Location
ND, Bismarck
Job Type
Full-Time
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On-site
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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
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Summary
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides advanced nursing mental health care to patients of all ages with psychiatric disorders. The NP performs psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and manages treatment plans including medication management and psychotherapy, in collaboration with psychiatrists and interdisciplinary teams.
Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including mental status exams and psychosocial assessments.
Diagnose and treat mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitoring for efficacy and side effects.
Provide individual, group, or family psychotherapy as appropriate.
Sanford Health is hiring for this PMHNP position. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners play a critical role in addressing the growing demand for mental health services across the United States. This employer is actively seeking qualified candidates to join their team.
Posted 3 days ago
Last updated: March 15, 2026
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Develop and update individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and families.
Coordinate care with psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, and community resources.
Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, medications, and coping strategies.
Document assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and timely.
Participate in crisis intervention and emergency psychiatric care as needed.
Engage in quality improvement, continuing education, and professional development.
Qualifications
Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
If APRN was licensed prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.
Experience in psychiatric or mental health settings preferred.
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.
Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
State Controlled Substance License (if required by State)
National board certification as a Psych Mental Health. (PMHNP-BC) or (PMHNP-C), Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C)
Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.
Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
