Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Behavioral Health
Company: DHVAJ
Location: Louisville
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: $110,000 - $130,000
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Behavioral Health
Location: Louisville, KY Organization: GetWell Healthsystems
Employment Type: Full-Time OR Part Time Position Summary GetWell
Healthsystems is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
(PMHNP) - Behavioral Healthor Physician Assistant (PA) specializing
in Psychiatry to join our Behavioral Health team. This provider
will deliver high-quality psychiatric care in an outpatient
setting, working closely with therapists, case managers, and
clinical leadership to ensure comprehensive mental health treatment
for our patients. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive
psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments. Diagnose
psychiatric disorders and develop individualized treatment plans.
Prescribe and manage medications, including ongoing monitoring,
dosage adjustments, and side-effect evaluation. Provide medication
management follow-up appointments. Order, review, and interpret
laboratory workup or diagnostic tests as clinically indicated.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists,
therapists, and behavioral health staff. Educate patients and
families about diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and
wellness strategies. Maintain accurate, timely clinical
documentation in the electronic health record (EHR). Participate in
case discussions, treatment planning, and clinical quality
initiatives. Maintain compliance with state practice laws,
prescribing regulations, and professional standards. Qualifications
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Masters or Doctoral degree
in Nursing with Psychiatric-Mental Health specialization. Active RN
and APRN licenses in Indiana or Kentucky (depending on worksite).
National certification as PMHNP-BC. DEA registration or
eligibility. Experience in outpatient psychiatry or behavioral
health strongly preferred. Qualifications Physician Assistant
(Psychiatry) Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Active PA license in Indiana or Kentucky. National PA
certification. Clinical experience in psychiatry or mental health
highly preferred. DEA registration or eligibility. Skills and
Competencies Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making
ability. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability
to work collaboratively with clinical and administrative teams.
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to behavioral healthcare.
Proficiency in electronic medical records. Work Environment
Outpatient clinic setting serving adult and/or adolescent
populations. Team-based environment with strong clinical support.
Predictable schedule with consistent patient volume.
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