Join Optum as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Palo Alto, CA, where you'll provide essential mental health care and contribute to improving healthcare for everyone. Enjoy a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package while making a positive impact on a diverse patient population.
Key Responsibilities
Utilize evidence-based screening tools and diagnostic criteria to formulate comprehensive treatment plans
Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions using various therapeutic modalities
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols
Maintain accurate electronic medical records and clinical documentation
Required Qualifications
Clear, active and unrestricted PMHNP license in the state of practice
Board certified as a PMHNP-BC or eligible for board certification
Active DEA registration
Currently eligible to be enrolled as a provider in the Medicare program
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of clinical experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing in an outpatient setting
Experience counseling patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques
Experience treating substance addiction and co-occurring disorders
Experience working with patients in different age groups, including older adults
Experience working with couples or family counseling
Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonusesFlexible work models & paid time offHealth insurance and 401k matchingCME reimbursement and dedicated learning time for career advancement