Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner enhancing mental healthcare access and improving patient outcomes with a hybrid work schedule. Join a movement transforming mental health delivery in Southern California.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeChula Vista • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $145,000 - $203,800 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Diagnose and treat mental health and emotional disorders
Work a hybrid model, Minimum of 3 days per week in office
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

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
Able to work as part of a team
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

W-2 role with medical, dental and vision effective on the first of the month after employment
Base Salary and monthly Bonus based on billed hours
CEU support which includes earned CEU days and CEU reimbursements
Vacation, Sick, Holiday
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
Credentialing Support, Training and Development Opportunities, Growth Opportunities
Convenient work from home or hybrid options
Flexible schedule

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Hard Skills & Tools

Diagnosis of Mental Health DisordersIndividual and Group TherapyMedication Prescription and MonitoringTreatment Plan DevelopmentPatient Record MaintenanceCommunity Outreach and EducationKnowledge of Emotional Disorders

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications

Master's Degree in NursingValid State Licensure as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerActive DEA Registration