Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Quick Facts

• Role: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

• Schedule: Hybrid; minimum of 2 full days onsite with 16 clinical hours/week (open to half days)

• Location: Onsite in Durham, NC (Mon–Fri office admin support 8A–6P)

• Employment model: 1099 independent contractor

• Compensation: Starting base salary up to $115,000 paid bi-weekly for the first 4 months (hourly rate available for schedules with 16+ hours/week). After 4 months, compensation transitions to up to 60% of net collections.

Description

Provide psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and coordinated care with the therapy team to deliver integrated mental health services. Ensure clients receive comprehensive, timely, and compassionate care, supported by accurate EMR documentation and evidence-based treatment planning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and comprehensive assessments

• Provide ongoing medication management for an assigned caseload

• Develop treatment plans aligned with client goals and clinical best practices

• Monitor medication response, side effects, contraindications, and risk factors

• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the EMR

• Coordinate care with internal therapists, psychologists, and outside referral sources

• Participate in case consultation and interdisciplinary discussion as needed

• Communicate treatment progress and care plans with clients and families when appropriate

• Provide empathetic, professional care across diverse client backgrounds

• Use evidence-based approaches to support symptom reduction and stability

• Engage in continuing education to maintain licensure and strengthen clinical practice

Requirements

• Current, active NP licensure with PMHNP-BC certification

• Valid and unrestricted license to practice in North Carolina

• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience as a PMHNP in outpatient behavioral health or related settings

• Valid DEA number and other required licenses/certificates to prescribe controlled substances

• Valid Certificate of Fitness (CF) from the North Carolina Board of Nursing

• Experience working with children, adolescents, and/or adults in behavioral health or outpatient settings

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively across interdisciplinary teams

• Commitment to culturally responsive care, inclusion, and continuous professional development

• Familiarity with EMR/clinical documentation systems and telehealth platforms

Benefits

• Compensation: 60% of net collections in a cash pay practice; paid bi-weekly

• Billing, credentialing, scheduling, and intake support