Nurse Practitioner or PA-C

Cognizant Behavioral Health Services, an established outpatient behavioral health practice in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider—Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)—to provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing behavioral health treatment. You will work in a collaborative, team-based environment alongside psychiatrists, therapists, and support staff, treating a diverse patient population with a broad range of behavioral health needs throughout Delaware County and surrounding communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments
• Diagnose and treat a variety of behavioral health conditions
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient's clinical needs, history, and goals
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications within your scope of practice
• Monitor patient progress, medication effectiveness, and potential side effects
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, medications, and treatment recommendations
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and other members of the treatment team
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record
• Coordinate care with primary care providers, specialists, and community resources when appropriate
• Follow all clinical, ethical, regulatory, and organizational standards

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner or physician assistant program
• Current certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)
• Current or eligible Pennsylvania professional license
• Current or eligible DEA registration, as required for the position
• Three years of experience
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative clinical team