Permanent | Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Western North Carolina Service Area
Updated 11/05/26
Henderson, North Carolina, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Psychiatry
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a full-time, permanent opportunity in an outpatient primary care setting in northeastern North Carolina. This position offers the opportunity to provide patient-centered psychiatric care within an established community health organization serving rural and underserved populations.
The provider will serve multiple clinic locations throughout the western region of the organization's service area, including Henderson, Stovall, Lake Gaston (Littleton), Twin County (Hollister), and Norlina. Candidates with at least two years of clinical experience are preferred.
Position Details
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Specialty: Psychiatry / Mental Health
Provider Type: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Setting: Outpatient Primary Care
Location: Western Service Area, Northeastern North Carolina
Clinic Locations: Henderson, Stovall, Lake Gaston (Littleton), Twin County (Hollister), and Norlina
Schedule: Full-time, onsite
Patient Population: Rural and underserved communities
Clinical Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications for a range of mental health conditions.
Collaborate with primary care providers, social workers, and other clinical team members to coordinate integrated patient care.
Conduct follow-up evaluations and monitor treatment effectiveness and adherence.
Educate patients and families regarding treatment options, medication adherence, and coping strategies.
Provide crisis intervention, support, and stabilization for patients experiencing suicidal ideation, aggressive behavior, or other acute psychiatric distress.
Coordinate emergency care and ongoing treatment as clinically appropriate.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional, ethical, confidentiality, and legal standards.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, public education, and efforts to improve mental healthcare in rural communities.
Qualifications & Requirements
Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health.
Current licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
Active, unrestricted North Carolina APRN license.
Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority.
Minimum of 2 years of direct patient care experience in a clinical setting.
Primary care experience preferred.
Ability to work full-time onsite across assigned clinic locations.
Strong judgment, communication, customer service, teamwork, and clinical skills.
Commitment to rural healthcare and serving underserved communities.
Practice Environment
Established community health organization serving northeastern North Carolina since 1974.
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and Patient-Centered Medical Home.
Integrated behavioral health services and multidisciplinary clinical support.
Comprehensive network including:
15 Family Medicine / Internal Medicine primary care offices
1 pediatrics office
1 OB/GYN office
2 school-based health center programs
3 dental offices
4 in-house pharmacies and 340B pharmacy services
Case management and RN ACO care managers
Community-based outreach programs supporting migrant and seasonal farmworkers, infectious disease, cancer, diabetes, and other community health needs
Serves patients with Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and those who are uninsured.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary.
Signing bonus and relocation assistance, if applicable.
Annual CME allowance up to $3,000 and up to 40 hours.
Malpractice coverage through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
Paid time off.
Closed on major holidays.
403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution after 2 years.
Reimbursement for professional fees and dues.
Potential eligibility for National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, Students to Service (S2S), and NHSC Scholars programs.
Potential eligibility for the NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program.
Potential state high-needs service area bonus for qualifying candidates who do not require loan repayment.
Additional Employment Requirements
Federal and state criminal background checks required.
Drug screening required.
Influenza vaccination is a condition of employment.
New hires must complete Form I-9 and provide documentation verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is a specialized healthcare recruiting firm connecting clinicians with high-quality locum and permanent opportunities nationwide. We prioritize strong communication, long-term relationships, and aligning providers with practice environments that support quality patient care.
For more information, please send updated CV to [Register to View]
The provider will serve multiple clinic locations throughout the western region of the organization's service area, including Henderson, Stovall, Lake Gaston (Littleton), Twin County (Hollister), and Norlina. Candidates with at least two years of clinical experience are preferred.
Position Details
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Specialty: Psychiatry / Mental Health
Provider Type: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Setting: Outpatient Primary Care
Location: Western Service Area, Northeastern North Carolina
Clinic Locations: Henderson, Stovall, Lake Gaston (Littleton), Twin County (Hollister), and Norlina
Schedule: Full-time, onsite
Patient Population: Rural and underserved communities
Clinical Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications for a range of mental health conditions.
Collaborate with primary care providers, social workers, and other clinical team members to coordinate integrated patient care.
Conduct follow-up evaluations and monitor treatment effectiveness and adherence.
Educate patients and families regarding treatment options, medication adherence, and coping strategies.
Provide crisis intervention, support, and stabilization for patients experiencing suicidal ideation, aggressive behavior, or other acute psychiatric distress.
Coordinate emergency care and ongoing treatment as clinically appropriate.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional, ethical, confidentiality, and legal standards.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, public education, and efforts to improve mental healthcare in rural communities.
Qualifications & Requirements
Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health.
Current licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
Active, unrestricted North Carolina APRN license.
Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority.
Minimum of 2 years of direct patient care experience in a clinical setting.
Primary care experience preferred.
Ability to work full-time onsite across assigned clinic locations.
Strong judgment, communication, customer service, teamwork, and clinical skills.
Commitment to rural healthcare and serving underserved communities.
Practice Environment
Established community health organization serving northeastern North Carolina since 1974.
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and Patient-Centered Medical Home.
Integrated behavioral health services and multidisciplinary clinical support.
Comprehensive network including:
15 Family Medicine / Internal Medicine primary care offices
1 pediatrics office
1 OB/GYN office
2 school-based health center programs
3 dental offices
4 in-house pharmacies and 340B pharmacy services
Case management and RN ACO care managers
Community-based outreach programs supporting migrant and seasonal farmworkers, infectious disease, cancer, diabetes, and other community health needs
Serves patients with Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and those who are uninsured.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary.
Signing bonus and relocation assistance, if applicable.
Annual CME allowance up to $3,000 and up to 40 hours.
Malpractice coverage through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
Paid time off.
Closed on major holidays.
403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution after 2 years.
Reimbursement for professional fees and dues.
Potential eligibility for National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, Students to Service (S2S), and NHSC Scholars programs.
Potential eligibility for the NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program.
Potential state high-needs service area bonus for qualifying candidates who do not require loan repayment.
Additional Employment Requirements
Federal and state criminal background checks required.
Drug screening required.
Influenza vaccination is a condition of employment.
New hires must complete Form I-9 and provide documentation verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is a specialized healthcare recruiting firm connecting clinicians with high-quality locum and permanent opportunities nationwide. We prioritize strong communication, long-term relationships, and aligning providers with practice environments that support quality patient care.
For more information, please send updated CV to [Register to View]
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service