Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Tovli; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Tovli is seeking a Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary mental health team in a full-time, in-person role in Chattanooga, TN. You will conduct evaluations, manage medications, and provide therapy across diverse settings, collaborating with physicians and case managers.

Ideal candidates have strong EMR experience, competencies in psychopharmacology, and a background in dual diagnosis care, with a focus on compassionate, evidence-based treatment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner with Psychiatry specialty and board certification.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems and telemedicine delivery.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology and CPT coding for billing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and comprehensive mental health assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans including meds and therapy.
• Administer psychotropic medications with monitoring for side effects.
• Collaborate with care teams across inpatient, outpatient, telehealth, and community settings.
• Educate patients on mental health conditions, adherence, and coping strategies.
• Document encounters in EMR and maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Contribute to quality improvement and NCQA-aligned initiatives.

Skills

Psychiatry NP

EMR/EHR experience

Telehealth experience

Psychopharmacology knowledge

Injections/IV infusions

Dual diagnosis experience

SUD awareness

Infectious disease care

Education

Nurse Practitioner license

Board certification in psychiatry/mental health

Tools

Epic

Cerner

Athenahealth

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary mental health team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric care, including assessments, medication management, and therapeutic interventions to diverse patient populations. Your expertise will help improve mental health outcomes and enhance quality of life for individuals across various settings. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including patient history, mental status examinations, and diagnostic assessments using clinical knowledge and EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, psychotherapy, and behavioral health interventions.
• Administer medications with expertise in psychopharmacology, ensuring proper dosage, monitoring for side effects, and adjusting treatments as necessary.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care across inpatient, outpatient, telehealth, and community-based settings.
• Provide patient education on mental health conditions, medication adherence, lifestyle modifications, and coping strategies to support recovery and wellness.
• Document all clinical encounters accurately in medical records while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives such as utilization review and adherence to NCQA standards to optimize patient outcomes.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatry or behavioral health with a strong background in clinical research or hospital medicine preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth; telehealth experience is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology including CPT coding for billing purposes; experience administering injections or IV infusions is a plus.
• Familiarity with diverse clinical environments such as inpatient units (including ICU or PICU), outpatient clinics, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or hospice & palliative medicine settings.
• Experience working with special populations specifically dual diagnosis adults, with a strong SUD presence
• Additional skills in infectious disease care, substance use treatment, dual diagnosis treatment will be considered beneficial. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to advancing mental health care through innovation and compassion!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person