Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Iowa Family Counseling; Kalona (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Family Counseling is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a full-time, on-site role between Kalona and Washington, IA, delivering comprehensive psychiatric care across the lifespan.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, diagnosing conditions, creating and updating treatment plans, prescribing medications, and coordinating with therapists to ensure integrated, trauma-informed, patient-centered care while maintaining thorough documentation and participating in regular case

Qualifications

• Active or eligible APRN licensure in Iowa with PMHNP certification.
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from accredited program.
• Experience in outpatient or community mental health settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and diagnose mental health conditions.
• Develop, adjust, and manage treatment plans and prescribed medications.
• Collaborate with therapists and primary care providers for integrated care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in team meetings.
• Educate clients and families on conditions, treatment options, and wellness strategies.

Skills

Mental Health Nursing

Nurse Practitioner

Collaborative care

Documentation skills

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing

APRN licensure in Iowa

PMHNP certification

Job description

Company Description

Iowa Family Counseling is dedicated to expanding mental health counseling services in rural communities by offering access to collaborative, holistic health and wellness services. The organization focuses on person-centered care for children and families, using a range of evidence-based therapeutic practices and close collaboration with families and care teams.

Iowa Family Counseling prioritizes competitive pay, benefits, and strong administrative and clinical support to help reduce overwhelm and prevent burnout among staff. The team culture emphasizes genuineness, empathy, and collaboration, both with clients and among colleagues. The organization seeks creative, collaborative professionals who share a commitment to destigmatizing mental health and promoting wellness in rural Iowa.

Role Description

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is a full-time, on-site role based between offices in Kalona and Washington, IA, providing direct psychiatric and mental health care to clients across the lifespan. Daily responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health conditions, developing and adjusting treatment plans, and prescribing and managing psychotropic medications in coordination with counseling services. The practitioner will collaborate closely with therapists, primary care providers, and other wellness specialists to ensure integrated, person-centered care. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate clinical documentation, participating in regular case consultation and interdisciplinary team meetings, and contributing to a supportive, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive environment. The role also involves educating clients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and wellness strategies to support long-term recovery and resilience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Mental Health Nursing and Psychiatric Care, with the ability to provide safe, evidence-based treatment for a variety of mental health conditions.
• Experience practicing as a Nurse Practitioner, including assessment, diagnosis, and medication management within a collaborative care model.
• Active or eligible Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in Iowa, with appropriate psychiatric certification (e.g., PMHNP).
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in outpatient or community mental health settings is highly beneficial.
• Commitment to ethical practice, ongoing professional development, and supporting a positive, nonjudgmental, and inclusive care environment.