Nurse Practitioner Behavioral Health

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 143,170 - 174,985; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

First-year income

Relocation stipend

CME funding

Employment bonus

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a PMHNP for an outpatient role in Bellingham, WA, 0.8 FTE, with a small portion of on‑call and inpatient coverage (0.2 FTE).

The practice emphasizes team‑based care with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, and therapists, a focus on trauma‑informed care, and flexible schedules including telehealth.

A generous benefits package is offered, including CME support, relocation assistance, and an attractive first‑year income target.

Job description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a PMHNP with interest in pioneering the culture and model of team‑based care for the PeaceHealth Bellingham community. This position is based in an outpatient setting (0.8 FTE) with a small portion of on‑call and inpatient coverage (0.2 FTE).

Practice Highlights

• Outpatient clinic near St. Joseph Hospital main campus.
• Designed as a healing space that elicits a connection of the mind and heart.
• Physician/clinician team is a blend of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists and master’s level therapists.
• Focus on trauma‑informed care.
• Emphasis on work‑life balance.
• Flexible schedules, including compressed work week and telehealth.

Benefits

• Guaranteed first‑year income: $159,078 plus productivity and value measures incentives.
• Employment bonus.
• Relocation stipend based on miles between locations.
• CME: up to $3,300 per calendar year for CME and/or professional dues/fees (based on 1.0 FTE; prorated for lower FTE).
• Comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and Wellness.

PeaceHealth is committed to inclusivity, respect for diversity and cultural humility.

EEO: affirmative‑action employer, veterans, disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.