Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner-Psych (50480)
Listed compensation
$120K - $185K
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
- Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $185,000.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Health CareAre you a compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner looking for a career where you can truly make a difference every day? Join Quinault Wellness Center, where we believe recovery is possible, every person deserves respect, and compassionate, judgment-free care changes lives. As a leader in outpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment, we provide evidence-based, patient-centered care that empowers individuals to reclaim their health, st
- ability, and future. You'll become part of a collaborative team of medical providers, behavioral health professionals, and substance use disorder specialists who are passionate about helping patients succeed. Here, your expertise won't just treat sym
- ptoms—it will transform lives. Why You'll Love Working Here Mission-driven work where every day has purpose. Collaborative interdisciplinary team committed to exceptional patient care. Integrated behavioral health model combining psychiatric, medical, and addiction treatment. Beautiful Olympic Peninsula location with easy access to beaches, mountains, forests, rivers, and endless outdoor recreation. Excellent loan repayment opportunities! Our clinics qualify for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), HRSA Loan Repayment Program, and other state and federal student loan repayment programs, helping you significantly reduce educational debt while serving an underserved community. Why Quinault Wellness Center? At Quinault Wellness Center, we don't simply provide treatment—we restore hope. Our team believes every patient deserves compassionate, evidence-based care delivered with dignity and respect. If you're looking for a career where your clinical expertise directly impacts lives while working alongside dedicated professionals in one of Washington's most beautiful regions, we'd love to meet you. Join us and help build healthier individuals, stronger families, and a more resilient community—one patient at a time. Position Summary The Psychiatric Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and integrated behavioral healthcare within our outpatient setting. Working alongside physicians, counselors, behavioral health clinicians, and substance use disorder professionals, you'll help patients navigate their recovery through compassionate, trauma-informed, evidence-based care. This position offers the opportunity to care for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use disorders while making a lasting impact on both patients and the community. What You'll Do As a Psychiatric ARNP, you will: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for new and established patients. Perform medication assessments, medication management, and crisis intervention. Develop individualized treatment and service plans based on patient assessments. Provide therapeutic interventions and ongoing psychiatric care. Prescribe psychotropic medications in accordance with Washington State and federal regulations. Interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing, including EKGs, renal function testing, and medication serum levels. Collaborate closely with Mental Health Counselors, SUD Professionals, Primary Care Providers, and consulting Psychiatrists to coordinate patient-centered treatment plans. Educate patients, families, caregivers, and staff regarding psychiatric conditions and medications. Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant electronic medical documentation. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and interdisciplinary team meetings. Assist in developing evidence-based clinical protocols and best practices.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) in good standing with the State of Washington. Current Washington Registered Nurse (RN) license. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Strong knowledge of: Psychiatric disorders and psychopharmacology Substance use disorders and evidence-based treatment approaches Behavioral health assessment and therapeutic interventions Medical conditions affecting psychiatric care Working knowledge of: HIPAA 42 CFR Part 2 confidentiality requirements Washington State RCWs and WACs Excellent communication, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills. Commitment to ethical practice, professional boundaries, and trauma-informed care. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations while recognizing the impacts of historical trauma, culture, family systems, and community experiences on wellness and recovery. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced clinical environment. Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard office software.
Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in
Substance Use Disorder Treatment Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Outpatient Behavioral Health Primary Care Experience working within integrated care or Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). License Requirements Current Washington State Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner license. Current Washington State Registered Nurse license. Valid Washington State Driver's License. Must be insurable under the organization's vehicle insurance policy. Physical Requirements This position is primarily performed in a clinical office environment and requires frequent computer use, documentation, patient interaction, and occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or moving materials. Employees must possess sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to utilize electronic medical records and standard office equipment while sitting for extended periods.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management within an outpatient behavioral health setting. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
Requirements
Must be a licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) and Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Washington with current BLS certification. Requires strong knowledge of psychopharmacology and the ability to work with diverse populations in a trauma-informed manner.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner-Psych (50480) at Quinault Community Health & Quinault Wellness Cent a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Psychiatry (NP) — ranked against 1,866 active Psychiatry (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Quinault Community Health & Quinault Wellness Cent ranks #14 of 21 employers hiring Nurse Practitioner on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 9 active listings.
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 48% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$153k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $143k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$153k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$11k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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