Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER (PMHNP-BC)

Suncoast Psychiatry
Lutz, Florida | Full-Time | Outpatient Psychiatry

JOIN A PRACTICE WHERE YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS

Suncoast Psychiatry is seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) to join our growing outpatient team in Lutz, Florida.

This is an excellent opportunity for a PMHNP who has already developed a strong clinical foundation and is looking for a practice where they can build meaningful relationships with patients, collaborate with an experienced psychiatric team, and have a lasting impact on the community.

We are looking for someone who is confident in their clinical abilities, passionate about mental health, and committed to providing thoughtful, individualized care.

WHY JOIN SUNCOAST PSYCHIATRY?

* Established outpatient psychiatric practice
* Collaborative and supportive clinical environment
* Opportunity to develop long-term relationships with patients
* Diverse psychiatric diagnoses and clinical presentations
* Strong administrative and clinical support
* Opportunity to grow professionally within an expanding practice
* Convenient Lutz location serving the greater Tampa Bay community

POSITION OVERVIEW

The PMHNP will provide comprehensive psychiatric care in an outpatient setting, including psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, treatment planning, and ongoing follow-up care.

The ideal candidate is an experienced PMHNP who can confidently manage their own patient panel while also valuing collaboration and consultation with other members of the clinical team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

1. Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments.
2. Diagnose and treat a wide range of psychiatric and behavioral health conditions.
3. Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
4. Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications.
5. Monitor treatment effectiveness and make appropriate adjustments to medication and treatment plans.
6. Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and ongoing care.
7. Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, and other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
8. Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.
9. Provide compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining appropriate clinical boundaries and standards.
10. Remain current on evidence-based practices, emerging treatments, and developments within psychiatric care.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

* Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
* Current PMHNP-BC certification
* Active Florida APRN license
* Active DEA registration
* Previous experience practicing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner required
* Strong psychiatric assessment and medication-management skills
* Ability to independently manage an outpatient patient panel
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Sound clinical judgment and decision-making abilities
* Collaborative, team-oriented approach to patient care

THE RIGHT FIT

We're looking for more than clinical credentials.

The right PMHNP for Suncoast Psychiatry is someone who takes the time to understand their patients, communicates well with both patients and colleagues, and wants to be part of a practice where quality care and strong relationships matter.

You should be comfortable working independently while also appreciating the value of having an experienced team around you.