Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Autonomous Licensed) - UVA Augusta Pediatrics
Requires collaborative agreement with a physician.
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join UVA Health as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner – Outpatient, M-F Schedule in United States. UVA Augusta Pediatrics is seeking an Autonomous Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for their practice in Fishersville, VA. 2-3 years of experience is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Manages patients in accordance with established UVA Medical Center and UVA UPG policies and procedures.
- Meets quality standards as determined by the Medical Director and/or UVA Health System.
- May serve on select committees as needed.
- May participate in the clinical experience of students (graduate/post graduate advanced practice, nursing, and medical students), interns, and residents, as appropriate.
Requirements
- discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
Benefits & Compensation
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with UVA Health in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Autonomous Licensed) - UVA Augusta Pediatrics at UVA Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Psychiatry nurse practitioner listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
This Psychiatry position at UVA Health is open to nurse practitioner candidates.
Nurse Practitioners are among the fastest-growing healthcare professions, with expanding scope of practice in many states and strong demand for telehealth and primary care roles.
Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Fishersville, Virginia.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Psychiatric Assessment, Patient Management, Independent Judgment, Diagnosis, Health Histories, Physical Assessments, Diagnostic Studies, Medication Ordering. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.
Core responsibilities: The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for providing Advanced Practice Provider services, including the assessment and management of patients across various clinical settings, working in conjunction with the medical director and interprofessional team members. This involves exercisin...
Benefits package: Independent Practice Authority. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
No nights (Independent predictor ↓ burnout)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
Psychiatry shortage = strong negotiating position
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