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MindCare Solutions
Laceyville, Pennsylvania

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Part-Time

Nurse Practitioner Above average in Psychiatry (NP)Part-Time Physician-Supervised State

Compensation

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Employment & setting
Part-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

MindCare Solutions is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our dynamic team on a part-time basis. As a leading prover of mental health services, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support to our geriatric patients and residents who are facing mental health challenges in the LTC community. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

  • Compensation: negotiable
  • Location: State College, PA
  • Hours: Part-time

As a PMHNP with MindCare Solutions, you will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, value-based psychiatric care across a variety of clinical settings. You will focus on proactive, evidence-based treatment strategies that improve the health and well-being of individuals while strengthening the capacity of partner organizations. This dynamic role emphasizes adaptability, innovation, and a patient-centered approach to behavioral health care. Reporting to Chief Medical Officer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations: Perform thorough psychiatric assessments to establish a baseline, manage psychotropic medications, and deliver personalized, need-based care.

Ongoing Medication Management: Develop and adjust treatment plans, including medication management, based on patient progress and input from the interdisciplinary team.

Collaborative Care Planning: Partner with case managers and interdisciplinary teams to create and refine care plans, ensuring a seamless, integrated approach to behavioral health management.

Team Engagement: Participate in regular team meetings to evaluate new referrals, review active cases, and adjust care plans based on patient progress and organizational goals.

Engagement in Quality Programs: Contribute to quality initiatives such as performance improvement programs, medication reviews, and outcome optimization strategies.

Travel: Travel up to 50% of the time to meet with healthcare partners, attend industry events, and provide consistent support across clinical settings.

Qualifications

  • Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health
  • Current and unrestricted PMHNP license in the state of PA
  • Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
  • Active and unrestricted DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) (We will help obtain)

Clinical Expertise: Proficiency in psychiatric evaluations, psychotropic medication management, and evidence-based treatment planning.

Interpersonal and Team Collaboration Skills: Strong ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams in diverse care settings.

Community-Focused: Awareness of social determinants of health and access to resources to address holistic patient needs.

Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using electronic health records (EHRs), telehealth platforms, and other digital tools to enhance care delivery.

Flexibility and Mobility: Willingness to travel within assigned regions to provide direct care and support to partner organizations, ensuring accessibility and continuity of services.

At MindCare Solutions, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to succeed. Join us in our mission to promote mental wellness and transform lives.

MindCare Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

The PMHNP will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and manage medications for geriatric patients in long-term care communities. They will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop integrated care plans and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Interdisciplinary CollaborationGeriatric Care

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Part-Time at MindCare Solutions a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Psychiatry (NP) — ranked against 1,866 active Psychiatry (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

MindCare Solutions holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 74/100, 33 active listings.

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 56% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks33 jobs

401k / retirement match
91%
CME allowance
55%
Sign-on bonus
39%
Loan repayment
12%
Relocation assistance
12%

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Work-life snapshot

7.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Psychiatry (NP)

Living in Laceyville

Median resident rent
$868/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About MindCare Solutions

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Brentwood, Tennessee
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Travel Required