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Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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What they do
A Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner provides mental health and nursing care to patients with psychiatric disorders, medical organic brain disorders or substance abuse problems. Diagnoses mental illness, develops treatment plans and prescribes medications. Teaches patient's family about the patient's condition. Works at hospitals with dedicated mental health unit, fully dedicated psychiatric hospital or in independent practice working from nursing homes and physicians' offices.
$128,177 / year median in Missouri
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Part-Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP/APRN) Join a Practice Where You Can Focus on Patient Care Counseling Associates of the Four States is a growing, community-focused private mental health practice serving Southwest Missouri. We are seeking a Part-Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our collaborative team and provide psychiatric services supporting our Joplin, Carthage, and Springfield locations. This is an excellent opportunity for a provider who wants the autonomy to practice within their scope while having the support of an experienced administrative team. We believe in complete transparency regarding the business side of healthcare, keeping our providers informed about insurance reimbursements and practice operations while handling the day-to-day administrative responsibilities for you. Instead of spending your time managing credentialing, billing, insurance claims, and paperwork, you can focus on what matters most—providing quality psychiatric care to your patients. What You'll Do Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments. Diagnose and treat a variety of mental health conditions. Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications within your scope of practice. Develop individualized treatment plans. Collaborate with therapists and other providers to coordinate patient care across multiple office locations. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. What We Offer Flexible part-time schedule. Professional autonomy to build your caseload and practice within your scope and clinical judgment. Practice-paid collaborating physician fee. Administrative support for credentialing, billing, insurance, and scheduling. Transparent communication regarding insurance reimbursements and practice operations. Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in communities with growing behavioral health needs. Potential for full-time employment based on mutual interest, practice growth, and patient demand. Qualifications Current Missouri APRN license (or ability to obtain). Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification. DEA registration (or ability to obtain). Strong clinical assessment and medication management skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Why Counseling Associates of the Four States? At Counseling Associates of the Four States, we believe providers should have the freedom to focus on exceptional patient care while we take care of the business side. Our administrative team manages credentialing, billing, insurance, and other operational responsibilities with complete transparency, allowing you to stay informed without carrying the administrative burden. As we continue to expand our services throughout Southwest Missouri, you'll join a supportive team of therapists and healthcare professionals committed to improving access to quality mental health care across Joplin, Carthage, and Springfield.