Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) – Adult Outpatient Psychiatry

Job description

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) – Adult Outpatient Psychiatry

Location: San Diego, California
Start Date: March 2026
Schedule: Onsite | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday | 10-hour shifts

Position Overview

We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide adult outpatient behavioral health services in a collaborative clinical setting. The provider will conduct psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing treatment for adult patients.

Opportunity Highlights

Adult outpatient psychiatry practice

Consistent 3-day work week schedule

Collaborative behavioral health care team

Structured outpatient clinic environment

Immediate coverage need

Job Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for adult patients

Diagnose and treat mental health and behavioral health conditions

Provide medication management and adjust treatment plans as needed

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Provide follow-up care and ongoing patient monitoring

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EMR

Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary behavioral health team members

Participate in care coordination and treatment planning discussions

Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, regulatory standards, and best practices

Educate patients on medications, treatment plans, and mental health management strategies

Qualifications

Active Nurse Practitioner license

Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) preferred

DEA license or eligibility

Experience in adult outpatient psychiatry or behavioral health preferred

Ability to perform psychiatric evaluations and medication management

Strong understanding of mental health diagnoses and treatment planning

Experience working in a collaborative interdisciplinary care environment

Working Hours

Onsite schedule

Monday – Tuesday – Thursday

10-hour shifts

Daytime outpatient clinic hours

No overnight shifts

No on-call responsibilities

Skills

Strong knowledge of adult psychiatric disorders and behavioral health treatment

Expertise in psychopharmacology and medication management

Ability to perform comprehensive psychiatric assessments and diagnostic evaluations

Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills

Excellent patient communication and counseling abilities

Ability to develop evidence-based treatment plans

Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) documentation

Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary behavioral health team

Strong time management and organizational skills

• Flexible 3-day work week with 10-hour shifts for improved work-life balance
• Adult outpatient behavioral health setting with collaborative care team
• Prime San Diego location with a structured clinic environment and manageable schedule