Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner New New Jersey

Valera Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Malpractice insurance provided

EMR technology support

Clinical supervision & rounds

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Valera Health is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for a remote, part-time to full-time tele-mental health role. The clinician will deliver evidence-based psychiatric care, assess patients, provide psychotherapy, and prescribe medications using current psychopharmacology.

Qualified candidates hold an NJ PMHNP license, DEA, and NJ Medicaid/Medicare participation, with at least two years of PMHNP experience and comfort with patients aged 12 and up.

Qualifications

• Active PMHNP licensure in New Jersey.
• DEA licensure.
• Participation in New Jersey Medicaid/Medicare.
• Minimum of two years as a PMHNP.
• Willingness to work with adolescents aged 12+.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality psychiatric telehealth services following APA/AACAP guidelines.
• Diagnose, educate, provide psychotherapy, and prescribe psychotropic meds.
• Educate patients about risks, benefits, and alternatives, setting realistic outcomes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team and navigators.
• Maintain clinical documentation with timely notes (within 48 hours).

Skills

PMHNP licensure NJ

DEA licensure

Medicaid/Medicare participation

2+ years PMHNP experience

Adolescent experience 12+

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Are you looking for a career that aligns your passion and values with your purpose? Then we are looking for you!

At Valera Health we are at the forefront of tele-mental health. We are committed to delivering compassionate mental health care that is accessible and affordable to all. To learn more about Valera, check us out HERE.

Are you a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner ready to revolutionize mental healthcare from the comfort of your home?

Join Valera Health, a leader at the forefront of tele-mental health, where your passion for compassionate, evidence-based care meets purpose. We are dedicated to making high-quality mental health care accessible and affordable for all. We’re currently expanding our team and looking for exceptional, driven Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) for part-time roles.

The Valera Advantage: Focus on Care, Not Clutter

We believe clinicians should focus on what they do best: delivering outstanding patient care. Our collaborative model and robust technology are designed to eliminate administrative burdens, allowing you to maximize your clinical impact.

What You'll Do (The Role):

• Be a Clinical Leader: Provide high-quality psychiatric telehealth services, including initial assessments and follow-up appointments, adhering to APA and AACAP evidence-based guidelines.
• Deliver Comprehensive Care: Masterfully diagnose, provide psychoeducation, offer supportive psychotherapy, and prescribe psychotropic medications using cutting-edge psychopharmacology.
• Empower Patients: Educate patients, ages 12+, thoroughly on the risks, benefits, and alternatives of treatment, setting reasonable outcome expectations.
• Collaborate and Connect: Work seamlessly within our multidisciplinary care team (Psychiatrists, Therapists, Health Coaches) and with dedicated Health Navigators who handle patient engagement and logistics.
• Maintain Clinical Excellence: Manage a caseload, swiftly check your inbox daily, respond to non-urgent clinical questions within two business days, and ensure timely documentation (notes signed within 48 hours).

Your Benefits and Community:

Joining Valera means becoming part of a supportive, diverse community where collaboration is key and your growth is prioritized.

• Flexibility & Freedom: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely
• Unwavering Support: Benefit from collaborative agreements and regular clinical rounds with licensed psychiatrists, including regular supervision during your first two months.
• Protected Practice: Malpractice insurance is provided by Valera.
• Technology Forward: We equip you with the best EMR and technology systems to ensure efficient and effective care delivery.
• Growth Opportunities: Participate in clinical training to continually refine your skills (CEUs may be available).

Your Commitment (Schedule & Responsibilities):

• Full Time commitment of 32-40hrs a week.
• Some late afternoon, evenings, and weekends preferred.
• Active participation in our team-based approach with clinicians and navigators.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Required Qualifications:

• Active Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) licensure in New Jersey
• Active DEA licensure
• Participation in New Jersey Medicaid and Medicare
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
• Willingness and Experience working with adolescents 12+ in a clinical setting

Highly Desired Attributes:

• A reliable, self-starter mentality—capable of working independently yet thriving as part of a high-performing team.
• A profound commitment to working with diverse patient populations and diagnoses.
• Experience working with children and adolescents, six years and up.

Be part of our mission! We are proud of the work we do, and we know it takes a great, diverse team to make it happen. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Be part of our mission!

We are very proud of the work that we do and it takes a great team to make it happen! If you are interested in one of our open positions, we’d love to start the conversation.

We hire people from all backgrounds because that’s what it takes to build a team that can reach and support those in need of high-quality behavioral healthcare. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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