Join Optum as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Flagstaff, AZ, and be part of a collaborative team dedicated to improving mental health care. You'll treat diverse patient populations, utilize your clinical expertise, and benefit from comprehensive perks while making a significant impact on community health.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments
Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications
Provide patient education regarding medication regimens
Collaborate with treatment team members for coordinated care
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in EHR systems
Required Qualifications
Active certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Board Certification as a free-standing Mental Health NP
Current and active DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances
Experience working with a wide range of clinical presentations
Ability to provide psychiatric assessment and strong diagnostic skills
Ability to provide patient education regarding medication treatment adherence
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of clinical experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing in an outpatient setting
Expertise in treatment of substance addiction and co-occurring disorders
Experience working with patients in different age groups
Experience working with couples or family counseling
Experience with health psychology
Experience with EHRs and professional communication tools
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonusesFlexible work models & paid time offHealth and well-being benefits like health insurance and 401k matchingProfessional development with CME reimbursement