What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - PHP/IOP position at AMFM Healthcare?
Status: Hourly | Part-Time | Non-Exempt
Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Remote
About AMFM Healthcare
A Mission for Michael (AMFM Healthcare) was born from a place of personal loss and deep compassion. After the tragic passing of a beloved son due to mental illness, we made it our mission to help others find hope, healing, and lasting recovery.
We specialize in residential treatment for severe mental illness, offering a level of care that combines clinical excellence with genuine human connection. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, and our team is composed of passionate professionals committed to transforming lives.
At AMFM, you’ll experience more than just a workplace — you’ll find a community. Our nurturing environment, personalized care, and unwavering support make our facilities stand apart from traditional mental health centers.
Position Overview
AMFM Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our interdisciplinary team. This role is essential in providing high-quality psychiatric care to adults in our residential treatment program. The Nurse Practitioner will assess, diagnose, and treat clients in collaboration with psychiatrists, therapists, and support staff.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in psychiatric care, excellent interpersonal skills, and a deep commitment to patient-centered treatment.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct initial psychiatric evaluations and ongoing assessments
Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer and clinical leadership to deliver effective treatment
Develop and manage individualized psychiatric treatment plans
Prescribe and monitor medications, adjusting as needed
Order and interpret diagnostic tests and lab results
Maintain accurate documentation in Electronic Health Records
Coordinate care with nursing, clinical, administrative, and billing teams
Support pre-assessment and approval processes for incoming clients
Participate in quality assurance, program development, and training
Perform other medical and psychiatric duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required:
Must be 21 years of age or older
Active and current Nurse Practitioner License in the State of Virginia
Master’s Degree in Nursing
Ability to pass federal and state background checks, including Central Registry, Fieldprint, and standard screenings
Preferred:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting
AMFM Healthcare is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.