Psychiatric Mental Health NP — Impactful Care, Sign-On

The Indian Health Service; Wakpala (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care in a federal health program serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities. You will assess patients across the lifespan, diagnose disorders using DSM criteria, and develop care plans aligned with evidence-based practices.

The role involves prescribing medications, monitoring responses, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, culturally responsive

Qualifications

• Must hold a graduate degree and valid NP licensure in the United States.
• Specialization as Psychiatric Mental Health NP required/preferred.
• Experience assessing, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric conditions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations across the lifespan.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications and treatments.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Psychiatric treatment planning

Clinical judgment

Education

APN, PMHNP

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care in a federal health program serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities. You will assess patients across the lifespan, diagnose disorders using DSM criteria, and develop care plans aligned with evidence-based practices.

The role involves prescribing medications, monitoring responses, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, culturally responsive