Outpatient Nurse Practitioner

Overview

SUN Behavioral Health collaborates with communities to address unmet needs in behavioral health services, offering compassionate and respectful care to improve the lives of patients and their families. They work closely with hospitals, physicians, schools, and community organizations to provide seamless, high-quality, and personalized care. SUN Behavioral Health is committed to reducing the stigma of mental illness, fostering well-being, and promoting recovery through evidence-based treatments and exceptional staff.

The company values access to care, quality, safety, and a patient-focused approach to behavioral health. Based on a strong ethical foundation, SUN Behavioral Health continually strives to enhance its impact on the communities it serves.

We are seeking a full-time Outpatient Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Columbus, OH. The role will involve providing compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals experiencing mental health and addiction challenges. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of care. This is an on-site position, offering an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of patients and their families.

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and document findings
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Prescribe medications as appropriate and monitor efficacy and side effects
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care
• Provide patient education and support family involvement as needed
• Ensure adherence to clinical guidelines and ethical practices

• Strong clinical skills in patient assessment, diagnosis, and care planning
• Knowledge and experience in prescribing medications and addressing mental health and addiction disorders
• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively with patients and their families
• Compassionate bedside manner, cultural competence, and commitment to patient welfare
• Advanced practice nursing certification as a Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP preferred) and active Nurse Practitioner license in Ohio
• Two or more years of experience in mental health or behavioral health settings is preferred
• CPR certification and familiarity with evidence-based behavioral health practices