Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Job Title : Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Location : Scranton, PA

Company : Provive Wellness of Scranton

Employment Type : Part-Time (Starting at 6 hours per week)

Position Summary

Provive Wellness of Scranton is seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our growing behavioral health team. This part-time position begins with a flexible schedule of 6 hours per week , with potential for increased hours as our program expands. The ideal candidate is committed to providing holistic, patient-centered care, and is comfortable managing a range of psychiatric conditions for clients in our outpatient setting. Experience or certification in administering injectable medications—such as long-acting antipsychotics and vitamin therapies—is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.

Diagnose and treat a variety of psychiatric and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Prescribe, manage, and monitor psychotropic medications in accordance with best practices and current guidelines.

Administer injectable medications, including long-acting antipsychotics and vitamin therapies, as part of treatment plans.

Monitor and assess patient response to interventions, adjusting treatment plans as clinically indicated.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team—including therapists, medical staff, and primary care providers—to ensure continuity and quality of care.

Educate patients and families on medication management, mental health conditions, and recovery strategies.

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in our electronic health records (EHR) system.

Participate in case consultations, treatment planning meetings, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

Active Nurse Practitioner license in Pennsylvania, with current PMHNP certification.

DEA registration and full prescriptive authority in Pennsylvania.

Experience administering injectable medications or a willingness to be trained in this area.

Excellent clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach to care.

Proficient with electronic health record (EHR) systems and standard clinical documentation practices.

Preferred Experience

Direct experience administering injectable psychiatric medications (e.g., long-acting antipsychotics, vitamin B12).

Prior work in outpatient, inpatient, or community mental health settings.

Comfort working with diverse patient populations, including those with co-occurring substance use or complex needs.

Why Join Provive Wellness?

At Provive Wellness, you’ll work alongside a dedicated and passionate team, committed to improving lives through evidence-based care and innovation in mental health treatment. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that values every member of our staff.