Nurse Practitioner Team Lead

MDB Health Services; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MDB Health Services in Virginia is seeking a Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide clinical leadership, supervise a team of psychiatric staff, and support the Director with oversight and mentorship. You will perform limited direct psychiatric assessments and treatment planning, collaborate with physicians and nurses, and participate in quality-improvement initiatives.

The role requires travel to nursing homes and a proven ability to lead by example with excellent

Qualifications

• Licensed PMHNP with valid license.
• Minimum of 3 years as a Psychiatric NP with leadership/supervisory experience.
• Experience in nursing homes preferred.
• Strong clinical knowledge in mental health assessments and medications.
• Ability to lead by example and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, with attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners.
• Provide clinical oversight through case reviews and mentorship.
• Perform limited direct psychiatric assessments and treatment planning.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to coordinate care.
• Mentor and train other PNPs to ensure growth and best practices.
• Support quality improvement initiatives for better patient outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Education

PMHNP license

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Supervise : Assist Director with oversight of a team of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, providing clinical leadership and support.


• Clinical Oversight : Ensure the highest quality of care through ongoing case reviews, mentorship, and clinical guidance.


• Limited Patient Care : Provide direct psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients with mental health conditions. May require floating and frequent travel.


• Collaboration : Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and foster a positive work environment.


• Training & Development : Mentor and train other Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, ensuring professional growth and adherence to best practices.


• Quality Improvement : Help implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives to ensure the best outcomes for patients.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a valid license.


• Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Psychiatric NP, with prior leadership or supervisory experience and previous nursing home experience preferred.


• Strong clinical knowledge in mental health assessments and medication management


• Ability to lead by example and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.


• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.


• Must be self-motivated, organized and have great attention to detail.


• Ability and willingness to travel