Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Behavioral Health

• What Success Looks Like
• High-quality psychiatric evaluation and medication management delivered consistently, with clear clinical reasoning and measurable patient outcomes
• BPSD effectively managed — reducing behavioral crises, optimizing medication titration, and improving quality of life for patients and caregivers
• GUIDE program clinical oversight reliable and CMS-compliant, with actionable guidance to navigation staff and strong program quality outcomes
• Post-hospitalization transitions supported seamlessly, with psychiatric stabilization and community reintegration on track
• Documentation completed accurately and on time, meeting all compliance and billing requirements

What You Bring Required

• MSN or DNP with a specialization in psychiatric mental health nursing from an accredited program
• Active, unrestricted APRN licensure in the State of Maryland in good standing
• Board certification as a PMHNP-BC through ANCC or equivalent certifying body
• Active Maryland DEA registration including Schedule III–V controlled substance prescribing authority
• Minimum 5 years of post-certification clinical experience in psychiatric advanced practice with demonstrated expertise in psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and geriatric mental health
• Extensive clinical experience in dementia evaluation and management, including pharmacological management of BPSD
• Clinical experience in SUD diagnosis and treatment, including initiation and monitoring of medication-assisted treatment
• Experience ordering and coordinating home health services including behavioral health nursing, PT, and skilled nursing
• Proficiency with EHRs and telehealth platforms; comfort with technology-enabled clinical workflows
• Reliable high-speed internet and a dedicated, HIPAA-compliant home workspace

Preferred

• Fluency or conversational proficiency in Spanish
• Fellowship or advanced training in geriatric psychiatry
• Experience as a provider of record within a CMS Innovation Center model or similar value-based care program
• Familiarity with the CMS GUIDE model or other dementia-focused care navigation programs
• Familiarity with Medicare Advantage, TCM, or value-based care models
• Experience with ambient AI scribe tools or other technology-enabled clinical platforms
• Experience within startup healthcare organizations, new program launches, or rapidly scaling care environments

Schedule and Work Style Work Type

• Fully remote — virtual telehealth delivery
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00
• PM
• ET
• Travel: Preference given to candidates residing in Maryland or within commuting distance for occasional in-person meetings or program activities
• Autonomy: High — serves as the psychiatric clinical anchor for a complex interdisciplinary care team Compensation and Perks This role is structured as a part-time hourly position during the initial program launch phase, with a target transition to full-time salaried status as patient panel volume grows. The anticipated full-time annualized salary range is $150,000–$170,000 ($72–$82/hour), commensurate with experience. Benefits are available from day one.
• Key
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 100% employee premium coverage with DPC model HSA contributions | Life & disability insurance 401(k) with 2% employer match 15 days PTO (increasing with tenure) | 8 + 1 floating holidays Discretionary performance bonus | Annual compensation review All devices and ambient AI scribe tools provided Geriatric Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry consultation and supervision provided

About Avail Health Avail Health is a Nurse Practitioner–founded organization delivering mobile and virtual care to Medicare-age patients. We combine technology, operational rigor, and clinical excellence to improve outcomes for complex populations. For more visit www.availhealthcare.co