The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNPs) provide advanced care for individuals with mental health conditions. Their duties include conducting assessments, diagnosing disorders, developing and implementing treatment plans, prescribing medications, providing psychotherapy, and educating patients and their families. They work in diverse settings and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNPs) provide advanced care for individuals with mental health conditions.
Hospital is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Care Network, a collective of health care providers including UC San Diego Health and faculty physicians, community hospitals, medical groups and physicians based in San Diego, Riverside and Imperial counties.
Qualifications:
- Master's or Doctorate Degree in Nursing
- California Nurse Practitioner
- California Nurse Practitioner Furnisher Number
- Graduate from a state certified advance practice program specializing in psychiatry/mental health
- Current California DEA license
- Registration with the California Prescription Monitoring Program CURES
- Current national certification from American Nurses Credentialing Center OR American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Basic Life Support
Compensation & Benefits:
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$106,995.20- $175,136.00/Annual Salary and potential for loan forgiveness.
The Community:
This Southern California city offers a unique blend of small-town living with close proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border, making it culturally vibrant and diverse. The cost of living is relatively low compared to coastal California, and housing is generally more affordable. The local economy is supported by agriculture, government services, and cross-border commerce, providing steady employment opportunities in healthcare, education, and public service. You'll have year-round sunshine here. The city has a slower pace and a strong sense of community, which can be ideal for families or professionals looking to avoid urban congestion. Recreational options include nearby sand dunes, off-roading, and access to desert parks, with larger city amenities just a couple of hours away.
