Psychiatric NP (PMHNP) | Outpatient & IOP | Eastside Seattle, Washington

Fairfax Hospital; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days PTO annually

CME package

Malpractice coverage provided

Medical, dental, vision, disability, 4

Job summary

Fairfax Behavioral Health in the Seattle area is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for outpatient and IOP settings on the Eastside. The role involves comprehensive psychiatric care, medication management, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support patients toward recovery and wellness.

The successful candidate will hold PMHNP-BC with a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing, be licensed in Washington (or able to obtain licensure), and demonstrate

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Nursing (PMHNP).
• Current Washington APRN licensure (or ability to obtain).
• Board Certification as PMHNP-BC.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
• Medication management and treatment planning.
• Monitor patient progress and outcomes over time.
• Treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and educate patients and families.

Skills

PMHNP-BC

Washington APRN licensure

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Education

Master's or Doctoral Degree in Nursing

Job description

Psychiatric NP (PMHNP) | Outpatient & IOP | Eastside Seattle, Washington

At Fairfax Behavioral Health, we've been caring for individuals and families across the Puget Sound region for nearly a century. Today, we're continuing to expand access to high-quality behavioral healthcare through a growing network of inpatient and outpatient services across Washington.

We're seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who is passionate about providing thoughtful, patient-centered care in an Outpatient setting. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative behavioral health team where providers are supported, valued, and empowered to focus on what matters most: helping patients achieve meaningful recovery and wellness.

Why Fairfax?

Fairfax offers a unique continuum of care, including inpatient, PHP, IOP, specialty programs, and expanding outpatient services. Our providers benefit from strong clinical collaboration, established referral networks, and the ability to care for patients across a broad spectrum of behavioral health needs.

Highlights

• Patient population: Adults and Adolescents (12+).
• Setting: Outpatient, medication management, & IOP mostly.
• Required experience: 1+ year's practice experience in a similar PMHNP role, post clinical rotation hours.
• Growing outpatient network with continued expansion plans.
• Collaborative team of Psychiatrists, PMHNPs, Therapists, and Clinical Support Staff.
• Modern outpatient practice environment.
• Advanced treatment options, including TMS in the future.
• Neurodivergent-focused programming for adolescents and adults.
• Strong administrative and clinical support.
• Opportunity to help shape growing behavioral health services.

The Role

As a PMHNP, you'll provide comprehensive psychiatric care for patients in an outpatient setting, including:

• Psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
• Medication management and treatment planning.
• Ongoing monitoring of patient progress and outcomes.
• Treatment of conditions includes depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, psychotic disorders, etc.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary treatment teams.
• Patient and family education regarding diagnoses, medications, and treatment recommendations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $150,000-$185,000 based on job fit, experience, and other factors.
• 26 days PTO annually.
• CME package
• Malpractice coverage provided.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(k) with company match.
• Full-time employed position.

Qualifications

1. Master's or Doctoral Degree in Nursing.
2. Current Washington APRN licensure (or ability to obtain).
3. Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
4. Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment skills.
5. Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care.

About Fairfax Behavioral Health

Fairfax Behavioral Health operates a comprehensive behavioral health network serving the Puget Sound region, including inpatient campuses in Kirkland, Everett, and Monroe, as well as expanding outpatient services.

Our mission is simple: provide compassionate, high-quality mental health care that helps people find hope, healing, and lasting recovery.

Fairfax Behavioral Health is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation's leading hospital management companies.