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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.
$147,712 / year median in Pennsylvania
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Comhar Inc., a mission-driven nonprofit in Philadelphia, seeks a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to provide compassionate, recovery-focused care for children, adults, and families in underserved communities. The PMHNP will conduct psychiatric evaluations, develop evidence-based treatment plans, and manage psychotropic medications in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. This role offers rich clinical and community exposure, ongoing training, and a supportive, client-centered environment that values cultural humility, ethics, and continuous learning. Hybrid schedule options may be available. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnoses using evidence-based standards. Develop and manage individualized treatment and recovery plans for children, adolescents, and adults. Provide medication management, monitoring efficacy, safety, and side effects. Deliver crisis intervention and risk assessments, including suicide and safety assessments. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, social workers, case managers) to coordinate care. Document assessments, treatment plans, and progress in electronic health records (EHR) in a timely manner. Engage clients and families in psychoeducation and shared decision-making. Ensure culturally responsive and trauma-informed care aligned with organizational values. Participate in case conferences, supervision, and quality improvement initiatives. Maintain compliance with regulatory, ethical, and documentation standards. Required Skills Psychiatric assessment Psychopharmacology Diagnostic evaluation (DSM-5) Treatment planning Medication management Crisis intervention Trauma-informed care Electronic health records (EHR) Collaborative care in interdisciplinary teams Patient and family psychoeducation