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Job Description
Join Optum as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in La Jolla, CA, where you'll play a key role in improving healthcare for a diverse patient population. Enjoy a hybrid work model and a supportive environment that prioritizes your well-being and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Utilize evidence-based tools for treatment plans
Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications
Maintain accurate electronic medical records and documentation
Required Qualifications
Active and unrestricted Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license in California
Board certified as a PMHNP-BC or eligible for board certification
Active DEA registration
Eligible for Medicare provider enrollment
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of clinical experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing
Experience in patient education regarding medication adherence
Experience in advanced psychotherapeutic techniques
Experience treating substance addiction and co-occurring disorders
Experience working with various age groups, including older adults
Experience in couples or family counseling
Proficient in professional communication and medical documentation tools
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary and quarterly incentive bonusesFlexible work models and paid time offHealth insurance and 401k matchingProfessional development with CME reimbursement