Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Job Code:

Campus/

Location:

Colonial Campus

FT/PT Status:
Exempt

Work Hours:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Hours per week: 40 Hours

Salus Care, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Salus Care, Inc is a drug‑free workplace and adheres to the drug‑free workplace program as outlined under Florida worker’s compensation law. All applicants considered for employment will be required to undergo a drug screen.

Refusal to submit or a positive result of the test will prohibit you from being offered employment.

• Facilitate safe, therapeutic environments across multiple programs, serving children and adults with mental health, substance abuse and dual-diagnosis in an inpatient setting.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians.
• Maintain detailed daily documentation, medication management, and collaborate with clinical teams to support treatment plans.
• Operate effectively across a diverse program, including Adult/Children Crisis Units and Detox.

• Established nonprofit serving Southwest Florida
• Mission‑driven, community‑based organization
• Opportunity to influence program growth and development
• Competitive salary
• Health Benefits
• Generous PTO

• Crisis Intervention
• De‑Escalation techniques
• Documentation
• Dual Diagnosis (Mental Health & Substance Abuse)

• Successful pre‑employment medical screening (drug test & TB)
• Level 2 Background Screening (DCF & AHCA)
• Completion of one week orientation

Requires either an MS degree in Nursing with 2 years’ experience as a Psychiatric APRN or an MS degree in Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Must possess a clear/active FL license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. ANCC or AANP certificate in Psychiatry/Mental Health Specialty required. Active DEA certificate required.