We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide on-site behavioral health services within skilled nursing and extended care facilities. This position offers a highly structured weekday schedule, clinical autonomy, and the opportunity to manage a stable adult and geriatric patient population in a non-hospital setting. It is a financially lucrative opportunity for a provider who is comfortable practicing independently while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The role focuses on long-term stabilization, medication optimization, and continuity of psychiatric care within a supportive environment.
Requirements
• Board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
• Active, unrestricted state license
• Current DEA registration or ability to obtain
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently while remaining team-oriented
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for new admissions and referred residents
• Provide routine follow-up visits and ongoing medication management
• Develop individualized treatment plans for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and neurocognitive conditions
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications in accordance with evidence-based standards
• Address behavioral disturbances associated with dementia and other cognitive conditions
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, primary care providers, and social services staff
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary discussions
• Educate patients and family members regarding diagnoses and treatment strategies
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in the electronic medical record
• Ensure services meet all federal and state regulatory requirements
Preferred Experience
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, assisted living, or rehabilitation settings
• Background in geriatric psychiatry or chronic mental health management
• Prior experience as a Psychiatric RN or Psychiatric NP in institutional settings
Benefits
• Financially lucrative compensation structure with strong income potential
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off
• Additional comprehensive benefits based on employment status