Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

evolvedMD; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Metric-driven bonus up to 20% annually

$1200 annual technology allowance

401(k) with up to 3% company match

Job summary

evolvedMD is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive psychiatric care, including assessment and medication management. Working remotely or from Scottsdale, Arizona, you will collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality behavioral health services.

The role requires strong clinical skills and at least 1 year of experience in psychiatric care, with a preference for bilingual candidates. Compensation ranges from $125,000 to $150,000 annually, along with bonuses and allowances.

Qualifications

• Licensed PMHNP with active license in Arizona.
• Board-certified by the ANCC.
• Active DEA license for prescribing medications.
• At least 1 year of direct psychiatric care experience preferred: 3+ years.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Provide and manage medication for patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for integrated care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment as necessary.
• Participate in case reviews for complex situations.

Skills

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Board-certified by the ANCC

Active DEA license

Bilingual Spanish/English

Strong clinical skills

Experience with adult and youth populations

Proficient in EHR documentation

Strong communication skills

Job description

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) plays a key role in providing comprehensive psychiatric care to patients through assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management. This position works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, including primary care providers, behavioral health clinicians, and other healthcare professionals, to deliver high-quality, patient-centered mental health services.

Location: Remote, with option to be based at evolvedMD’s corporate headquarters in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Compensation (based on 40 hours per week):

• First‑year compensation $125,000 to $150,000 annually (DOE)
• Metric‑driven bonus up to 20% annually
• $1200 annual technology allowance
• 401(k) with up to 3% company match

Qualifications:

• Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with an active, unrestricted license in Arizona (may be required to obtain a medical license in other states as necessary)
• Board‑certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
• Active DEA license and eligibility to prescribe psychiatric medications.
• At least 1 year of experience in direct psychiatric patient care (preferred: 3+ years).
• Bilingual Spanish/English speaking is highly preferred.
• Experience working with both adult and youth populations.
• Strong clinical skills in psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and treatment planning.
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including primary care providers, social workers, and therapists.
• Proficient in electronic health records (EHR) documentation and telehealth services (if applicable).
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to educate patients, families, and care teams.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and adherence to ethical and legal standards in mental health care.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for patients with behavioral health disorders.
• Provide medication management, including prescribing, adjusting, and discontinuing psychotropic medications as appropriate.
• Collaborate with behavioral health clinicians and primary care providers to support integrated care.
• Monitor and track patient progress, adjusting treatment as needed based on clinical outcomes.
• Participate in case reviews and contribute to care team meetings to discuss complex cases and optimize treatment strategies.
• Provide education and consultation to healthcare providers regarding psychopharmacology and behavioral health management.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal laws, insurance requirements, and professional credentialing requirements.
• In‑person travel may be necessary at times for team gatherings, trainings or onsite consultation with primary care facilities.