Outpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

About the role

Step into a fulfilling role as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Foundation Health Partners (FHP) Behavioral Health Clinic, where you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive mental health services. In this position, you will conduct initial evaluations and provide medication management for both new and established patients, including initial diagnoses and ongoing treatment planning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial evaluations and provide medication management for patients.
• Provide ongoing treatment planning and manage medication regimens.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment strategies.
• Document patient care in electronic health records (EHR).

Requirements

• Must possess knowledge of clinical care and patient treatment as normally obtained through the completion of master’s degree in nursing.
• Must be approved to practice as an Adult NP (ANP), Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health NP (APMHNP), or Family Psychiatric & Mental Health NP (FPMHNP), by the State Board of Nursing by proof of license/certification.
• Requires current RN license in state of practice.
• Must be certified to practice by the State Board of Nursing within a particular population as a nurse practitioner.
• Requires personal DEA license or must have prescribing and dispensing authority granted by the state board of nursing.
• Depending on business need/area of focus, this position may require graduation from an ACNM accredited nurse-midwifery education program, as well as a current NRP certification.

Qualifications

• DNP or PhD preferred.
• Current BLS certification preferred.
• Previous relevant experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of psychiatric medications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Competitive base salary with scalable income opportunities.
• Paid CME/licensure and malpractice insurance.
• Opportunity to collaborate with the state's most extensive multidisciplinary health system.
• Consult, collaborate, and access Mayo Clinic resources through FHP’s partnership with Mayo Clinic Care Network.
• EMR goal - one patient, one chart, one bill.
• 501(c)(3) non-profit status = eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Pay

$163,260 starting base salary, with potential for adjustment based on experience. Includes a $40k sign-on bonus.

Schedule

40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, outpatient clinic. 7 weeks Advanced Practice Resident (AOR) training, 2 weeks Continuing Medical Education (CME).

Contact

Submit your CV for confidential consideration to Alex Gustafson at providerrecruiting@foundationhealth.org | Visit our website at Physicians of Foundation Health Partners - Foundationhealthpartners to learn more.

About Foundation Health Partners

Foundation Health Partners is a community-owned and operated health system in Fairbanks, Alaska, comprised of 3 facilities, including Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Tanana Valley Clinic, and Denali Center, a long-term care facility. As the most advanced medical facility for hundreds of miles, we are highly committed to treating the medical needs of everyone who comes through our doors. FHP is proud to offer its providers Professional autonomy and clinical work freedom. Strong commitment to work-life balance. Not just words, our leadership values your time. Comprehensive benefits package and a competitive base salary with scalable income opportunities. Paid CME/licensure and malpractice insurance. Opportunity to collaborate with the state's most extensive multidisciplinary health system. Consult, collaborate, and access Mayo Clinic resources through FHP’s partnership with Mayo Clinic Care Network. EMR goal - one patient, one chart, one bill. 501(c)(3) non-profit status = eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Living in Fairbanks

As the second largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks offers a unique blend of large town amenities, breathtaking landscapes, and plenty of wide-open space, making this community one of the most special in the country. With a rich history and plentiful diversity, Fairbanks is proud to be called the Golden Heart City, and only once you visit will you understand the name to be true.

Summer Activities

• Midnight sun, hiking, fishing, camping, gold panning, kayaking, berry picking, community-wide festivals, and events.

Winter Activities

• Northern lights, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hockey, curling, ice fishing, dog mushing, hunting, ice art, etc.