Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Listed on 2026-07-31
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Nursing
Psychiatric Care & Support, Nurse Practitioner, Mental Health Nurse, Healthcare Nursing
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Burns & Dickson, TN (Travel between both locations)
About the Opportunity
Express Healthcare Staffing is seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join one of our valued behavioral health clients in the Dickson/Burns, TN area. This weekend opportunity is ideal for a provider who is passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychiatric care while working alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
The PMHNP will provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, treatment planning, patient education, and ongoing mental health services for individuals experiencing mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Schedule- Part-Time
- Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Position alternates between the Burns and Dickson, TN locations
- $55.29–$62.50/hour
- Pay is based on experience and qualifications.
- Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for new and established patients.
- Assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of psychiatric and behavioral health conditions.
- Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based practices.
- Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications.
- Monitor patient progress through routine follow-up visits.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, and treatment options.
- Coordinate care with therapists, primary care providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.
- Participate in an integrated multidisciplinary treatment team focused on quality patient outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and professional practice standards.
- Current Tennessee PMHNP license in good standing
- Tennessee APRN and RN licenses
- Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- MSN or DNP from an accredited nursing program
- Active DEA registration with authority to prescribe controlled substances in Tennessee
- Current CPR certification
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and medication management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
- Competitive hourly pay
- Supportive multidisciplinary team
- Meaningful work serving individuals with mental health and recovery needs
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community
- Professional, patient-focused work environment
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