Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Job Description
Employment Type: Full-Time (Part-Time Considered)
Location: San Diego, CA
Position Overview
A well-established, nonprofit community health organization is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join its integrated behavioral health team. This outpatient role focuses on providing high-quality psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management services within a collaborative, mission-driven healthcare setting serving diverse and underserved populations.
The PMHNP will work closely with psychiatrists, primary care providers, therapists, and care coordinators to deliver comprehensive, whole-person behavioral healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and diagnostic interviews
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Diagnose and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based practices
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Provide medication management and ongoing psychiatric follow-up care
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Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary care teams
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Coordinate care with primary care and behavioral health providers to support integrated care models
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Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation within the electronic health record (EHR)
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Ensure compliance with all applicable state, federal, and organizational regulations
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Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed care to a diverse patient population
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Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
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Active California Nurse Practitioner license
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National certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
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Furnishing number and DEA license (or ability to obtain)
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Prior experience in outpatient psychiatry, community health, or integrated care settings preferred
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Bilingual skills (Spanish, or Vietnamese) preferred but not required
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Competitive compensation based on experience
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Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
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Paid time off, paid holidays, and continuing education support
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Supportive, team-oriented, and mission-driven work environment
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Opportunity to make a meaningful impact serving underserved communities
Meet Your Recruiter
Anthony Nguyen
Recruiter, Marquee Healthcare Division
As a Marquee Staffing Healthcare Recruiter, Anthony brings a wealth of knowledge and experience having previously worked with placing Healthcare professional in high pace roles.
He has gained the knowledge and experience in searching for the perfect candidates for each one of his clients; as well as maintaining a healthy relationship with his clients by constant follow-ups to answer any questions, concerns, or issues have been addressed and corrected. He believes that communication is the key to success in every healthy relationship.
Outside of work, Anthony enjoys uncovering new restaurants, trying various cuisines and hosting dinner gatherings with his friends and family. He’s a big advocate for being active and enjoys outdoor activities such as pickleball, table tennis, billiards, basketball, bowling, darts, and fishing. But now and then, he does appreciate some R&R by just binging some series with his wife and cat at home.