NURSE PRACTITIONER - OUTPATIENT (LYNNWOOD, WA)

Fairfax Hospital; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax Behavioral Health in Washington is expanding its outpatient footprint and opening a new Lynnwood clinic in 2026. We seek a compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide advanced psychiatric care in an outpatient setting, including assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and therapy in collaboration with psychiatrists and a multidisciplinary team.

You will work with adults and adolescents, develop evidence-based treatment plans, monitor outcomes, and educate

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted RN and APRN licensure in WA State.
• Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and clinical decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and diagnostic evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based practices.
• Provide medication management, including prescribing, monitoring, and adjusting psychotropic medications.
• Evaluate and treat patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, and other mental health conditions.
• Monitor patient progress and treatment outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and wellness strategies.

Skills

Assessment

Diagnostic evaluation

Clinical decision-making

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing

Job description

Responsibilities

Fairfax Behavioral Health has been a cornerstone of mental health care in the Greater Seattle/Puget Sound areas since 1930. Our mission is to provide top-quality patient care through comprehensive mental health and co-occurring addiction treatment services for adolescents and adults. We offer a complete continuum of acute inpatient, PHP, IOP, Patriot Support Program for Active Duty, Veterans, and First Responders, and Women’s-focused programs. With over 94 years of service, we are dedicated to compassionate, patient-centered care. We prioritize patient recovery, offering a supportive environment and a comprehensive plan for long-term sobriety and improved mental health.

• Kirkland Campus: 157-bed standalone psychiatric hospital offering a full continuum of care.
• Everett Campus: 30-bed adult psychiatric facility in Everett at Providence Medical Center’s Pacific Campus.
• Monroe Campus: 34-bed facility located at Evergreen Health in Monroe.
• Bellevue - Outpatient
• Lynnwood - Outpatient (Fall 2026)
• Additional Outpatient - Expected 2027

Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient

Location: Lynnwood, Washington

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our growing behavioral health team. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides advanced psychiatric care to patients in an outpatient setting. This role involves assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and therapeutic interventions for individuals experiencing mental health conditions. The PMHNP collaborates closely with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary teams to support stabilization and recovery.

Join our growing behavioral health organization that is expanding access to high-quality outpatient mental health services across Washington State. As we continue to grow our established network of both inpatient and outpatient clinics, we are excited to welcome a new location in Lynnwood in 2026, with another future expansion planned in 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for a Psych NP who is passionate about providing patient-centered care in a collaborative outpatient setting while helping meet the growing behavioral health needs of our communities.

Check us out at Fairfax Behavioral Health | Where Hope and Healing Begin

Qualifications

Why Join Us?

Our organization provides a comprehensive continuum of outpatient behavioral health services across multiple locations, allowing providers to focus on delivering exceptional care while enjoying the support of an experienced multidisciplinary team.

Highlights include:

• Expanding outpatient footprint throughout Washington State
• New Lynnwood clinic opening this year
• Additional expansion planned for 2027
• Comprehensive psychiatric treatment services
• Collaborative care model with Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Therapists, and Clinical Support Staff
• Advanced treatment options including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
• Neurodivergent IOP for both adults and adolescents
• Modern outpatient practice environment
• In-person patient care with strong clinical support

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and diagnostic evaluations.

• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based practices.

• Provide medication management, including prescribing, monitoring, and adjusting psychotropic medications.

• Evaluate and treat patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, and other mental health conditions.

• Monitor patient progress and treatment outcomes.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.

• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and wellness strategies.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in WA State.
• Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and clinical decision-making skills.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

As our outpatient services continue to grow, providers have the opportunity to contribute to the development of expanding behavioral health programs while working within an established and supportive clinical environment. You'll be part of a team bringing innovative treatments, including TMS, to communities throughout the region.

EEO Statement

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