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Behavioral Health Solutions lists this Seattle - Lead Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerSeattle - Lead Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMH[...] opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Seattle - Lead Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP, AGNP, FNP, PA-C)
Behavioral Health Solutions (BHS) is a team of mental health treatment professionals specializing in providing comprehensive behavioral health services for adults and geriatrics in a variety of settings. BHS encourages a collaborative culture with hands‑on leadership. As a leading provider of behavioral health services, we are seeking skilled professionals of the highest caliber who share our commitment to providing state‑of‑the‑art psychiatric services.
BHS is hiring a Lead Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP, FNP, AGNP) or Physician Assistant (PA‑C) licensed in Washington to provide direct care in our contracted Skilled Nursing Facilities. In addition to patient care, the Lead NP will mentor and train new providers, ensuring clinical excellence and supporting their transition into practice.
Service Areas
Seattle, WA
Responsibilities
Serve as a mentor and guide existing providers.
Travel throughout the state to assist with provider onboarding, shadowing, and training.
Provide face‑to‑face psychiatric services to patients directly in Skilled Nursing Facilities.
Assess patients’ mental status based on symptoms.
Appropriately diagnose DSM‑V disorders and develop treatment plans.
Apply appropriate medical decision‑making skills for mental health issues including psychopharmacology options and non‑pharmacological treatments.
Staff clinical cases with psychiatrists.
Job Type
Full‑time, W2
Requirements
Licensed in Washington by the Board of Nursing in good standing with a focus on psychiatry.
Licensed by the Washington Board of Pharmacy in good standing to prescribe controlled substances (DEA possession).
3+ years of Geriatric Psych Experience.
3+ years providing treatment within Skilled Nursing Facilities and/or Acute Rehab Hospitals.
Skills
Basic computer knowledge.
Experience with EMR/EHR Systems (Athena I, a plus).
Excellent written communication.
Attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Flexible, organized, and functions under stressful situations.
Fluency in Spanish is a plus!
Benefits
Hands‑on and remote training/supervision.
Work‑life balance/flexible work schedule.
PTO and Paid Holidays.
Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more).
401(k) with a company match.
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Pay
$150,000 – $170,000 annually
Compensation determined based on pay model preferred, experience, and licensure.
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Worksite address
seattle, WA, 98127, US
Who can apply
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