Geriatric PMHNP - Part-Time, 401(k) Match

Vitae Health Systems; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Referral bonus up to $3,000

Paid CEU opportunities

Job summary

Vitae Health Systems is seeking a compassionate PMHNP to provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and management for residents in skilled nursing facilities. You will work within an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans and optimize patient well-being.

Part-time, non-exempt role with 1–2 days per week schedule. Requires PMHNP degree, active APN license, DEA registration, and 2+ years in geriatrics or psychiatric settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing with specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) from an accredited program.
• Active and unrestricted Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license and certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
• Current DEA registration with prescriptive authority for controlled substances.
• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience preferred, especially in geriatrics, long-term care, or psychiatric settings.
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric disorders, psychopharmacology, and evidence-based mental health practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and independently manage patient caseloads.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and commitment to accurate clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and evaluations of residents, diagnosing mental health disorders and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitoring effects and adjusting therapy.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic patient care.
• Provide psychotherapy and counseling services to support residents' mental health.
• Participate in care plan meetings, quality improvement, and value-based care programs to improve outcomes.
• Educate residents, families, and facility staff on mental health conditions and treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with standards.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Psychopharmacology knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Patient communication

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in PMHNP

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Vitae Health Systems is seeking a compassionate PMHNP to provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and management for residents in skilled nursing facilities. You will work within an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans and optimize patient well-being.

Part-time, non-exempt role with 1–2 days per week schedule. Requires PMHNP degree, active APN license, DEA registration, and 2+ years in geriatrics or psychiatric settings.