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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- PMHNP-BC

Optum

Asheville, NC
11 days ago
$89,800 - $176,700

Job Description

Join Optum as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Asheville, NC, where you'll play a key role in providing compassionate care for diverse mental health needs. You will treat various conditions, manage medication, and focus on improving patient outcomes while enjoying a supportive work environment with ample benefits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Utilize evidence-based screening tools and diagnostic criteria for treatment plans
  • Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitoring efficacy and side effects
  • Maintain accurate electronic medical records and ensure regulatory compliance

Required Qualifications

  • Clear, active and unrestricted Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license in North Carolina
  • Board certified as a PMHNP-BC by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or eligible for board certification
  • Active DEA registration
  • 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 providing patient education regarding medication treatment adherence
  • Experience working with patients in different age groups, including older adults
  • Experience with medical documentation and professional communication tools

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonusesFlexible work models & paid time offHealth insurance, 401k matching, family support resourcesCME reimbursement and dedicated learning time for professional development