Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Pmhnp

Sound Choice Mental Health

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Pmhnp

Lacey, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    At Sound Choice Mental Health, we are a growing, clinician-owned outpatient psychiatry practice dedicated to providing thoughtful, relationship-based mental health care. We believe exceptional psychiatric treatment comes from creating space for genuine connection, careful clinical work, and a supportive environment where both patients and providers can thrive. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), you’ll join a collaborative practice focused on delivering personalized, evidence-based care in a sustainable outpatient setting. Our clinicians are encouraged to practice with depth and intention, combining psychiatric expertise with psychotherapy-informed treatment and a comprehensive understanding of each patient’s emotional, psychological, and social needs. We have intentionally built a low-volume practice model that prioritizes quality over productivity metrics. Providers at Sound Choice benefit from meaningful collaboration, engaged leadership, and the ability to practice psychiatry in a way that is both clinically rewarding and professionally sustainable. We value in-person teamwork, strong therapeutic relationships, and creating a workplace where clinicians feel supported in doing their best work every day. What Makes Our Practice Different • Small, clinician-led private practice with a collaborative team culture • Dedicated administrative support so you can stay focused on clinical work • Leadership that is actively engaged in supporting clinicians' day-to-day • 90-minute evaluations and 60-minute follow-ups to support high-quality care • 8–10 patients per day with a focus on quality over volume • AI-assisted documentation tools to help reduce administrative burden • Full-time, 4-day work week (32 hours/week) • Compensation and benefits are structured to support long-term sustainability and work-life balance Our Approach to Care We provide evidence-based psychiatric treatment through a patient-centered and psychotherapy-informed lens. Our approach emphasizes strong therapeutic relationships, thoughtful clinical decision-making, and individualized treatment planning that considers the full context of each person’s life. We value presence, collaboration, and adequate time with patients as essential components of effective psychiatric care. Responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans. • Provide psychotherapy-informed psychiatric care, integrating biological, psychological, and social factors. • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic and patient-centered care. • Utilize evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality psychiatric treatment. • Engage in regular team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment strategies. • Maintain accurate and timely documentation with the support of AI-assisted charting tools. • Participate in continuous professional development to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base. Qualifications: • Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program. • Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP BC through the ANCC. • Active RN and APRN license in Washington. • DEA license with Schedule II through V prescribing authority or eligibility. • Minimum of two years of clinical experience in psychiatric or mental health care. • Strong interpersonal, communication, and clinical reasoning skills. • Commitment to trauma-informed and culturally responsive care. • Demonstrated ability to build meaningful patient relationships and provide high-quality, patient-centered care. • Commitment to practicing in an in-person clinical setting and engaging fully with patients and the team. Compensation: $130,000 - $170,000 yearly based on experience and skills

    • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans. • Provide psychotherapy-informed psychiatric care, integrating biological, psychological, and social factors. • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic and patient-centered care. • Utilize evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality psychiatric treatment. • Engage in regular team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment strategies. • Maintain accurate and timely documentation with the support of AI-assisted charting tools. • Participate in continuous professional development to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base.

  • Compensation
    $130,000-$170,000 per year