Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

BlueSky Telepsych; Durham (NC); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueSky Telepsych is seeking a licensed PMHNP to provide effective psychiatric care via telehealth in an outpatient setting. You will assess patients, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications as needed, delivering care in compliance with laws and ethical standards.

We operate remotely with flexible scheduling, monthly team meetings, and autonomous practice focused on patient interests. Collaboration with a diverse clinical group and regular case discussions are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PMHNP license and be open to licensing in multiple states relevant to telehealth practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of healthcare professionals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Solid computer and basic technology skills for telehealth delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective individual psychiatric care via telehealth in an outpatient setting.
• Assess patients, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications as necessary.
• Ensure all patient care complies with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Participate in regular virtual meetings and collaborative case discussions.
• Maintain autonomous practice with patient-centered focus and minimal corporate interference.

Skills

Collaborative healthcare

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Telehealth adaptability

Education

PMHNP license

multi-state licensing

Tools

EHR competence

General computer skills

Job description

About BlueSky:

We are a clinician-led, patient-centered, collaborative behavioral health company of mental health professionals committed to improving access to extremely high-quality mental health care! Each clinician is dedicated to evidence-based care. Our objective is to make our services more available to those in need of high-quality mental health care. We aim to serve not only those in rural areas but be available to all regions for those who would prefer to make use of the privacy, security, and convenience of a telehealth consultation.

About the job:

• Provide effective individual psychiatric care via telehealth in an outpatient setting.
• Provide direct patient care, conduct patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications as necessary.
• Ensure that all patient care is delivered in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• We are not affiliated with any hospitals or clinics; enjoy the autonomy of practicing in the best interest of the patient without corporate administrative interference.
• We are growing in the form of teams composed of multiple therapists and a prescriber. With onboarding, you meet multiple eligible psychotherapists looking for additions to their team and a match is made.
• We emphasize regular staffing with your collaborating therapists, at least monthly, to discuss patient cases or clinical topics.
• Clinical work is performed from home, days and hours are per the clinician's choosing (this includes mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.). Clinical team meetings are also virtual.
• Clinical conferences are held four times a week. It is required that you attend at least one per week for the first 90 days of employment; after that, it is required that you attend one monthly.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a PMHNP license and open to licensing in alternative states: AZ, CO, IA, IL, MA, MD, MN, MS, NC, OH, TN, TX, WA.
• At least 6 months of prior work experience as a PMHNP required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of healthcare professionals.
• Solid computer and basic technology skills
• Strong clinical background in psychiatry
• Strong background in the diagnosis of psychiatric disorders and psychopharmacological treatments and familiarity with non-pharmacological interventions
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and time management skills.