Nurse Practitioner - Behavioral Health

Alphastaff 3, Inc.; Monticello (AR); On-site; USD 105,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

W-2 employee

Full-time or part-time options

Benefits for full-time employees

Credentialing support

Psychiatrist consultation access

Administrative support

Growth opportunities

Job summary

AlphaStaff, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner with psychiatric experience to provide behavioral health services to nursing home and long-term care residents across South Arkansas. The role offers flexible full-time or part-time schedules, with support for credentialing and administrative tasks.

Ideal candidates have PMHNP credentials, DEA registration, and experience in psychiatry or geriatrics. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and travel between facilities as needed,

Qualifications

• PMHNP preferred; other NP backgrounds considered if comfortable managing psychiatric patients.
• DEA registration or ability to obtain.
• Experience in psychiatry, geriatrics, long-term care, primary care, or related settings preferred.
• Ability to work independently with clinical support available.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits.
• Assess and manage depression, anxiety, dementia-related behaviors, and other behavioral health conditions.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications.
• Maintain EMR documentation and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, pharmacists, and facility leadership.
• Travel between assigned facilities throughout the week as needed.

Skills

PMHNP preferred; other NP backgrounds

DEA registration

Psychiatry/geriatrics experience

Independent work style

Education

PMHNP certification

Job description

Title

Nurse Practitioner - Behavioral Health / Long-Term Care (PMHNP or NP with Psychiatric Experience)

Location

South Arkansas (Crossett and Monticello, and surrounding areas)

Schedule

Full-Time or Part-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits
• Assess and manage depression, anxiety, dementia-related behaviors, and other behavioral health conditions
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications
• Maintain EMR documentation and treatment plans
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, pharmacists, and facility leadership
• Travel between assigned facilities throughout the week as needed

Qualifications

• PMHNP preferred; other NP backgrounds considered if comfortable managing psychiatric patients
• DEA registration or ability to obtain
• Experience in psychiatry, geriatrics, long-term care, primary care, or related settings preferred
• Ability to work independently with clinical support available

Compensation and Perks

• Annual earnings range from $105,000 to $190,000, with opportunity to earn more based on schedule and patient volume
• W-2 employee classification
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Benefits available for full-time employees
• Credentialing and administrative support provided
• Access to psychiatrist consultation and clinical support
• Growth opportunities as the organization expands

A client of AlphaStaffHCM™ is searching for a Nurse Practitioner with psychiatric experience to provide behavioral health services to nursing home and long-term care residents throughout South Arkansas. The organization supplies patient caseloads, administrative support, credentialing assistance, and access to psychiatrist consultation when needed. This position offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to improve quality of life for an underserved population.

Disclaimers AlphaStaff, Inc. and the Client are equal employment opportunity employers and do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, past or present military service, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.