Job Description:
The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing treatment for children, adolescents, and/or adults in an outpatient setting. The ideal candidate is compassionate, collaborative, and passionate about delivering exceptional behavioral healthcare while working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
This position offers scheduling flexibility, clinical autonomy, and ongoing collaboration with experienced psychiatrists and behavioral health clinicians.
At WBMA, you’ll work alongside a diverse roster of psychiatrists, psychologists, neuropsychologists, psychotherapists, life coaches, and neuroscientists, all united in a mission to provide holistic, client-centered care. You’ll be able to shape the future of psychiatric services in an environment that values collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth.
What You'll Do:
Clinical Care
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.
- Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications.
- Provide medication management and follow-up appointments for children, adolescents, and adults.
- Evaluate patients for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato® (esketamine) treatment, determine clinical appropriateness, and develop individualized treatment recommendations (training will be provided, if needed).
- Perform initial TMS and Spravato® psychiatric evaluations, complete required clinical documentation, and collaborate with insurance providers to support medical necessity when appropriate.
- Monitor patients receiving TMS and Spravato® therapy, assess treatment response, and make ongoing medication and treatment recommendations in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Monitor treatment effectiveness and medication side effects.
- Coordinate care with therapists, psychologists, primary care providers, schools, and other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, TMS, and Spravato® therapy.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant electronic medical records.
Collaborative Practice
- Participate in regular interdisciplinary case consultations.
- Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, TMS technicians, nursing staff, and administrative staff to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Consult with supervising or collaborating physicians when clinically appropriate.
- Contribute to a positive, supportive clinical culture focused on patient outcomes.
Quality & Professional Excellence
- Deliver high-quality, patient-centered psychiatric care.
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and professional practice standards.
- Stay current with advances in psychiatric treatment, psychopharmacology, TMS, and Spravato® therapy.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing professional development.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will meet the following professional requirements.
- Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
- Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia.
- Current DEA registration with prescribing authority.
- Current Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) registration (where applicable).
- Master's or Doctorate degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from an accredited program.
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and psychopharmacology.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to providing neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and LGBTQ+ inclusive mental health care.
- Experience working with neurodivergent individuals and LGBTQ+ populations is preferred.
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.
Preferred
- Experience treating children, adolescents, and adults.
- Experience in an outpatient psychiatric practice.
- Experience with ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, OCD, PTSD, autism spectrum disorders, psychotic disorders, and other psychiatric conditions.
- Experience with or willingness to learn Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato® (esketamine) treatment protocols.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (Athenahealth experience is a plus).
What We Offer
- Flexible schedule (16–20 hours per week).
- Competitive hourly rate.
- 1099 Independent Contractor arrangement.
- Collaborative agreement provided, if required.
- Regular case discussion and clinical support within a collaborative team environment.
- Established referral base and administrative support.
- Modern outpatient practice with integrated behavioral health services.
- Opportunity to collaborate with experienced psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and neuropsychologists.
- Professional, collegial, and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities for continued professional growth and development.
Why Join WBMA?
At WBMA, we believe outstanding mental healthcare begins with exceptional clinicians working together. We foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and lifelong learning while empowering providers with the flexibility and support they need to thrive.
Whether you're passionate about medication management, integrated behavioral healthcare, or building long-term therapeutic relationships with patients, you'll find a rewarding professional home at WBMA.
If you're looking to join a practice where your expertise is valued and your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Washington Behavioral Medicine Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Pay: From $75.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chevy Chase, MD 20815
