Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner 8.7 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Description

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.

At Deer Oaks, we value compassion and reliability in our clinicians. We offer a nationally recognized work environment that provides ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, this is your chance to be part of an organization that prioritizes the psychological and psychiatric well-being of individuals in LTC facilities in the area.

Join our team and enjoy a range of benefits that enhance your work-life balance

and support your career:

  • Freedom to create your own schedule: Monday – Friday, business hours, no rigid start/end times; no on-call or after-hours work required (part-time options available)
  • Administrative overhead (billing, collections, insurance Specialists, etc.) allows you to focus solely on providing high-quality clinical services.
  • Liability Insurance covered at 100% (full-time and part-time)
  • Access to APA-accredited CEUs provided by our clinical experts at no cost to you.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits (offered for some part-time positions)
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan (full-time and part-time)
  • Paid time off, paid holidays, and more!

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments for patients in Long Term Care facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including prescribing and managing psychotropic medications.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate care and optimize outcomes.
  • Monitor and manage chronic mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient visits, treatment plans, and progress notes using electronic medical records (EMR).

Qualifications

  • Current licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP or

PMHNP-BC).

  • A Valid DEA Number

Don't miss this opportunity to contribute your expertise to a respected behavioral health organization. Take the next step in your career and apply today to become a valued member of our team at Deer Oaks.

To explore additional information about Deer Oaks and potential career opportunities with our organization, we invite you to visit our official website at deeroaks.com.

If you would like to connect directly, feel free to schedule a telephone call with me or reach out using the contact information below:

  • Jacques Vercautrin
  • Recruiting Manager
  • (210) 237-6463 jvercautrin@deeroaks.com

We look forward to speaking with you!

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Chronic Mental Health ManagementCollaborationGeriatric CareInterdisciplinary Care

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Psychiatry (NP) — ranked against 2,179 active Psychiatry (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts, flexible scheduling.

Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 123 active listings.

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 52% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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About Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution

Mental Health Care
San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Liability Insurance
CME Allowance
Health Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays