Dual Certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Nevada Health Alliance; Nevada; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Health Alliance, in collaboration with PsyCare, seeks a Dual-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to deliver both primary care and psychiatric services across the lifespan. New grads are welcomed and will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.

The role offers top-of-license practice within an integrated care setting, partnering with PCPs, psychiatrists, therapists, and case

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted Nevada APRN license.
• Board certification as both: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
• DEA registration with prescriptive authority.
• Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance plans.
• Current BLS certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive health assessments, physical examinations, and preventive care visits.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor therapeutic outcomes.
• Provide patient education regarding disease prevention and health maintenance.
• Coordinate referrals to specialty providers as needed.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments.
• Diagnose and treat psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, substance use disorders, and other behavioral health conditions.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Collaborate with therapists, counselors, and case managers to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs when applicable.

Skills

Excellent communication

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing

Tools

DEA registration

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Nevada Health Alliance, in collaboration with PsyCare, is an integrated healthcare organization dedicated to providing comprehensive primary care and behavioral health services to our community. Our team is committed to delivering patient-centered care that addresses both physical and mental health needs in a collaborative clinical environment.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Dual-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our growing integrated care team. The ideal candidate will provide both primary care and psychiatric services to patients across the lifespan, helping to improve health outcomes through a holistic, team-based approach. New Grads Welcomed!

This position offers the unique opportunity to practice at the top of your license while collaborating with primary care providers, psychiatrists, therapists, case managers, and support staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Primary Care Services

• Perform comprehensive health assessments, physical examinations, and preventive care visits.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor therapeutic outcomes.
• Provide patient education regarding disease prevention and health maintenance.
• Coordinate referrals to specialty providers as needed.

Behavioral Health Services

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments.
• Diagnose and treat psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, substance use disorders, and other behavioral health conditions.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Collaborate with therapists, counselors, and case managers to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs when applicable.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, payer, and organizational regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Support integrated care initiatives that improve patient access and outcomes.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

Required

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted Nevada APRN license.
• Board certification as both:
  • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
• DEA registration with prescriptive authority.
• Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance plans.
• Current BLS certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Experience in integrated behavioral health settings.
• Experience treating patients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.