ARNP IP Primary Care BHN

About the role

Join a team that shares your calling at MultiCare. You’ll belong here if your purpose and passions align with ours.

Responsibilities

• Initial diagnostic evaluation and treatment plan for patients till they are stabilized for discharge back to recommended level of follow up care.
• Each day, handle up to two new intake evaluations and treatment plans for new patients.
• Document medication director’s attestation of each assessment.
• Communicate with families and outpatient teams regarding each patient throughout the treatment course, up until discharge.
• Follow up on all patients on your case load for the day and document progress updates.
• Collaborate with ancillary staff members involved in patient care, such as nursing, social workers, and mental health technicians.
• Attend daily team rounding meetings on the unit in person from Monday to Friday.
• Provide at least one to two nights of call coverage on pager, depending on the weekend.
• Provide in-person 24-hour coverage on Saturdays and Sundays, at least once every five weeks, with similar responsibilities.
• Keep up with all licensure requirements and update your workday profile.
• Maintain annual mandatory trainings as directed by the system and report them to the Medical Director.
• Provide PTO requests at least 2-4 weeks in advance to the Medical Director for approval and submit formal requests through UKG.

Requirements

• Certification in psychiatric ARNP/D-ARNP.
• Licensed in WA state by time of employment.
• Minimum of 1-3 years clinical experience providing direct patient care.
• DEA, NPI, and prescriptive authority.
• Current BLS for health care providers certification by the American Heart Association.
• Maintain valid WA state motor vehicle license.

About Tacoma General Hospital

Tacoma General Hospital, located in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center offering cutting-edge care. It includes a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, and robotic surgery services. The hospital also houses the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center, and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s. Our collaborative, mission-driven teams provide a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.

About the Tacoma Community

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. It offers scenic waterfronts, mountain trails, vibrant arts, dining, and brewery scenes, making it a great place for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and young professionals.

Why MultiCare?

• Rooted in the local community, partnering with patients, families, and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for over 140 years.
• Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships, and career development opportunities to invest in you.
• Generous PTO, Code Lavender, and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for both in your work and life.
• Values of respect, integrity, kindness, and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities, and each other.
• Resource groups and outreach programs ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard, and valued.
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle, combining natural beauty, adventure, and strong community connections in everyday life.

Pay and Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental, and retirement benefits, and paid time off. The pay scale is $165,000.00 - $173,000.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including years of experience and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here.