Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Part-time

Headlight

Part-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Headlight, transforming mental healthcare in Southern California. Providing therapy and medication management in a supportive clinical team environment.

Posted 6/30/2026part-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $145 - $155 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, providing therapy, and prescribing medications. Proficient in developing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner LicensureBoard Certification via ANCC or AANPEHR ProficiencyExperience in Psychiatric Clinical SettingBilingual (English/Spanish)

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Hard Skills

Diagnosis of Mental Health DisordersIndividual and Group TherapyMedication Prescription and MonitoringIndividualized Treatment PlansPatient Record Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Record (EHR)NextGen

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in NursingBoard Certification via ANCC or AANPActive DEA License

Industry Keywords

Mental HealthEmotional DisordersCommunity OutreachPatient Continuity of Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Diagnose and treat mental health and emotional disorders
Offer individual and group therapy to patients
Prescribe and monitor medications when necessary
Maintain detailed records of patient visits and progress
Assist in the development of individualized treatment plans
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient continuity of care
Educate patients and families about mental health and emotional disorders
Participate in community outreach and education
Able to work 1 day per week in office
Participate in our Spravato Program

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum requirement of 12 months of experience post licensure in a psychiatric clinical setting
Master's degree in Nursing, with a specialty in Psychiatric Nursing
Board Certification via ANCC or AANP
Valid state licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (based on clinic location)
Active DEA in the state your prescribing (based on clinic location)
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus, but not required
Knowledge of mental health and emotional disorders
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Electronic Health Record (EHR) Proficiency: Must have demonstrated experience in utilizing electronic health record systems efficiently to manage patient data, document clinical information, and access patient histories. Familiarity with NextGen is highly desirable.
Computer Skills: Strong computer literacy with proficiency in a range of software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and troubleshoot common issues.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sick pay
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential counseling services, resources, and support to help you navigate personal or professional challenges.
401(k) plan with company contribution
Convenient work from home or hybrid options
Flexible schedule between 12 to 22 hours of availability each week
Credentialing Support, Training and Development Opportunities, Growth Opportunities