Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Job Description
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Full-Time | Exempt | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
(Schedule may vary based on clinic and patient needs)
About the Role
PanCare of Florida is seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality, patient-centered psychiatric care within our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). In this role, you will serve a diverse and underserved patient population, delivering comprehensive mental health services that support both short-term stabilization and long-term wellness.
As a key member of our integrated care model, you will conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnose mental health conditions, develop and manage treatment plans, and collaborate closely with primary care providers, behavioral health professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated, holistic care. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by expanding access to mental health services in the communities we serve.
What You’ll Do
In This Role, You Will
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments
- Diagnose mental health disorders and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
- Prescribe, monitor, and manage psychotropic medications to ensure safe and effective treatment
- Provide psychotherapy and counseling services as clinically appropriate
- Collaborate with primary care providers, behavioral health staff, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams
- Coordinate referrals to specialty services and community resources as needed
- Educate patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies
- Participate in outreach initiatives, community education, and mental health awareness programs
- Support quality improvement initiatives and integrated behavioral health efforts
Education & Experience
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) focus
- Active, unrestricted Florida PMHNP license
- National PMHNP certification (ANCC)required
- Previous experience in psychiatric or behavioral health care preferred
- Experience in community-based, integrated care, or FQHC settings strongly preferred
- Strong diagnostic, clinical, and communication skills
- Commitment to patient-centered, culturally competent care
Key Responsibilities
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnose mental health disorders, and develop evidence-based treatment plans for a diverse patient population. This includes prescribing and managing psychotropic medications, providing psychotherapy when appropriate, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team for coordinated, holistic care.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) focus, along with an active, unrestricted Florida PMHNP license and national PMHNP certification (ANCC). Previous experience in psychiatric or community-based, integrated care settings is strongly preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Pancare of Florida a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Nurse Practitioner roles — ranked against 14,090 active Nurse Practitioner roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Pancare of Florida holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 8 active listings.
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 50% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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