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Job description
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services
In this role, you will be assigned to a facility or facilities in your local community, allowing you to build meaningful connections with the individuals you serve. You will have the opportunity to conduct in-person psychiatric assessments, medication management, and implementing Medicare compliant gradual dose reduction strategies for psychotropic medications. We understand the importance of geriatric-focused training and continuous professional development, which is why we provide accredited CEUs and ongoing case consultation with our experienced team of clinicians. We are committed to supporting you every step of the way in your career journey.
Clinical Care
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments for LTC residents
Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with Medicare and LTC best practices
Implement and document Medicare-compliant gradual dose reduction (GDR) strategies
Monitor and treat chronic mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and dementia-related behavioral disturbances
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—nursing, medical providers, social services, rehabilitation, and facility leadership
Complete accurate documentation of assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes using the electronic medical record (EMR) system
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Work closely with nursing, social services, rehabilitation, and medical providers to ensure coordinated psychiatric care.
Participate in care plan discussions, facility meetings, and case collaborations as needed.
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain complete and timely documentation using electronic medical records (EMR).
Follow ethical, professional, and regulatory guidelines for psychiatric documentation and care delivery.
Facility Partnership
Build strong, professional relationships with facility staff and leadership.
Serve as a psychiatric resource and trusted partner for supporting residents’ mental and emotional needs.
Why Choose Deer Oaks?
We are a provider-centric organization committed to supporting our psychiatric clinicians with the tools, training, and resources they need to succeed.
Work-Life Balance
Flexible scheduling — create your own Monday–Friday schedule
No evenings, weekends, or on-call
Autonomy in organizing your daily workflow and caseload
Professional Growth
APA-accredited CEUs at no cost
Annual stipend for continuing education units
Ongoing clinical support, mentorship, and consultation
Access to geriatric-specific psychiatric training and specialty resources
Robust Administrative Support
Dedicated teams for billing, collections, credentialing, insurance, and scheduling
Employer coverage of 50% of Liability insurance premiums
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation model
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Generous PTO and paid holidays
What You’ll Need
Active, unrestricted PMHNP or PMHNP-BC license
Valid DEA registration
Strong clinical judgment and comfort working in LTC environments
Commitment to timely documentation and high-quality psychiatric care
About Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution
Focused exclusively on behavioral health in long-term care since 1992, Deer Oaks serves thousands of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities nationwide. Our mission is to enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life of residents through compassionate, clinically excellent behavioral health services.
To learn more about Deer Oaks Behavioral Health and explore current career opportunities, please visit or contact Mariah Gonzales, Senior Recruitment Partner, at or
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Worksite address
austin, TX, 78716, US
Who can apply
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