Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
MultiCare Health System
Yakima, WA, 98901, USA
Yakima, WA, 98901, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- psychiatric nurse practitioner
- mental health nurse
- inpatient psychiatric care
The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provides inpatient psychiatric care for adults with complex mental health and medical conditions within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include evaluating, diagnosing, prescribing medication, managing behavioral emergencies, and coordinating treatment plans in a hospital setting. This role offers a predictable schedule, competitive compensation, and professional growth within Washington state's largest behavioral health network.
You Belong Here.At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.Elevate your career with MultiCare Behavioral Health Network - the largest behavioral health system in Washington state. We are seeking a full-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team at MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital and provide inpatient psychiatric care for adults with co-occurring medical and mental health needs.This is an exciting opportunity to work within a patient-centered, team-oriented environment where your expertise and compassion will directly impact individuals in crisis - and where you'll be supported by a collaborative multidisciplinary care team.Why Join Us?7 on 7 off schedule for predictable work-life balanceCollaborative inpatient team of psychiatrists, PMHNPs, RNs, social workers, and case managersTreat complex, high-acuity patients with psychiatric and medical co-morbiditiesShared office space, supportive leadership, and direct access to medical directorContribute to our growth as we scale to 24 inpatient bedsBacked by the state's largest behavioral health network for systemwide support and innovationWhat We Offer:Competitive salary range: minimum $151,000.00 - maximum $165,000.00Sign-on bonus and relocation assistanceComprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage401(k) with employer matchMalpractice coverage including tailCME allowanceStudent loan repayment eligibility through federal and state programsAbout the Role:100% inpatient psychiatric careAverage 9 patients per dayCollaborate closely with supervising psychiatrist and multidisciplinary teamSupport individuals with significant psychiatric conditions and extended length of stayOpportunity to deliver integrated psychiatric care within a medical hospital environmentAbout Yakima, WA:Over 300 days of sunshine annually - enjoy hiking, biking, skiing, and vineyardsAffordable cost of living and relaxed pace of lifeIdeal for families, with strong schools and tight-knit community feelEasy access to Seattle and Portland for weekend getawaysJoin Us in Making a DifferenceThis is more than a job - it's an opportunity to shape the future of psychiatric care in a supportive, growing community.For more information, please contact Colleen Lohrasbi at Position SummaryThe inpatient psychiatric ARNP is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and directing treatment for adult patients with psychiatric disorders admitted to acute inpatient level of care.Responsibilities•Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients 18 years or older with acute psychiatric disorders requiring inpatient hospitalization•Conduct suicide and violence risk assessments•Formulate and implement comprehensive and evidence-based treatment plans•Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications•Order laboratory tests as indicated•Manage acute behavioral emergencies with behavioral and pharmacologic interventions•Lead treatment team meetings and coordinate activity of the interdisciplinary team, including primary care providers, social workers, RNs, and other team members•Consult with primary care providers and other clinicians to facilitate evaluation and treatment of medical conditions•Collaborate with Social Workers and Court Evaluators to assess readiness for discharge and formulate discharge plans•Document in the electronic medical recordRequirements•A graduate degree from an advanced nursing education program accredited by a national nursing accreditation body recognized by the United States Department of Education.•An active Washington state RN license, without sanctions or restrictions•State NP license •Current CME hours to maintain licensure•Adult Psychiatry and/or Lifespan Certification of Completion from the American Nurse Credentialing Center or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners•Registration capability with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services•An active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license•Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationOur ValuesAs a MultiCare employee, we'll rely on you to reflect our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy. Our values serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.Why MultiCare?Belonging: We work to create a true sense of belonging for all our employeesMission-driven: We are dedicated to our mission of partnering for healing and a healthy future and the patients and communities we serveMarket leadership: Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health systemEmployee-centric: Named Forbes "America's Best Employers by State" for several years running Technology: "Most Wired" health care system 15 years in a rowLeading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, 40 years of ground-breaking, clinical and health services research in our communitiesLifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest - offering breathtaking water, mountains and forest at every turn.Pay and Benefit ExpectationsWe provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $151,000.00 - $165,000.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
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