Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry-DOC-Fulltime

Unity Health Care; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Health Care in Washington, DC is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatry) to deliver diagnostic, preventative, and therapeutic psychiatric services across community health centers and related facilities.

Under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Discipline Director, you will develop treatment plans, evaluate medications, and provide crisis intervention while contributing to quality improvement and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner degree in Psychiatry from an accredited institution.
• Current District of Columbia licensure.
• Current Federal DEA and District of Columbia CDS certificates.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with business software, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and evaluate patient clinical histories.
• Provide psychiatric examinations, evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment.
• Order and interpret appropriate clinical and laboratory tests.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans and provide direct psychiatric services.
• Evaluate psychotropic medication needs and recommend appropriate treatment.
• Provide on-site crisis intervention.
• Monitor clinical service delivery and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Prepare written evaluations and recommendations for authorized referral agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Diversity engagement

Clinical evaluation

Education

Nurse Practitioner degree in Psychiatry

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry-DOC-Fulltime

Regular Full-Time Washington, DC, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 3271

Salary: $141,802.10 Annually

Location: Washington, DC
Organization: Unity Health Care
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

About Unity Health Care

Unity Health Care is a leading nonprofit healthcare organization dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to underserved communities throughout Washington, DC. Unity provides comprehensive healthcare services with a strong focus on health equity, accessibility, and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Position Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatry), under the supervision of the Discipline Director of Behavioral Health, provides diagnostic, preventative, and therapeutic psychiatric services to Unity Health Care patients experiencing mental health disorders. Services may be provided across Unity community health centers, homeless service sites, and Department of Corrections facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain and evaluate patient clinical histories.
• Provide psychiatric examinations, evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment.
• Order and interpret appropriate clinical and laboratory tests.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans and provide direct psychiatric services.
• Evaluate psychotropic medication needs and recommend appropriate treatment.
• Provide on-site crisis intervention.
• Monitor clinical service delivery and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Prepare written evaluations and recommendations for authorized referral agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner degree in Psychiatry from an accredited institution.
• Current District of Columbia licensure.
• Current Federal DEA and District of Columbia CDS certificates.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with business software, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Join Unity?

• Make a meaningful impact in the Washington, DC community.
• Join a mission-driven organization focused on health equity and quality care.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• HRSA loan repayment and scholarship opportunities for eligible providers.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.