Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Job Location:
Blacksburg, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 120000 - 128000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
When was the last time you changed the world
In Virginia Techs Division of Student Affairs thats exactly what were doing every dayguiding nurturing and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.
Were currently searching for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our Psychiatry team at Cook Counseling Center in Blacksburg VA to help us in our mission.
HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) Youll be joining the Psychiatry team at Cook Counseling Center a multidisciplinary team who assesses diagnoses and treats students referred for psychiatric evaluation. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is supervised by Board Certified Psychiatrists.
2) Youll be reporting to the Associate Director for Psychiatry in a Regular eleven-month 100% administrative professional appointment.
3) Youll be responsible for assessing diagnosing and treating students referred for psychiatric evaluation.
4) Youll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
5)Youll be offered a base compensation package between $120000 - $128000 along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance paid leave retirement tuition assistance VT discounts and so much more!
HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
1) THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia Tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
2) THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity integrity civility and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our Aspirations for Student Learning.
3) THE TEAM: Thomas E. Cook Counseling Center (CCC) supports the mission of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and the Division of Student Affairs. We promote student learning development retention and holistic wellbeing by providing resources for improving mental health and identifying psychological barriers to academic success. The CCC supports these efforts through psycho-educational programming individual group crisis and psychiatric services. CCCs commitment to service also includes multidisciplinary training consultation advocacy and research. The center is accredited by the International Accreditation of Counseling Services (IACS) and has a doctoral internship program accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
Required Qualifications
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing or Family Nurse Practitioner.
Current unrestricted Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license with Psychiatric Mental Health certification (PMHNP-BC) or Family Nurse Practitioner (by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners or American Nurses Credentialing Center) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must possess prescriptive authority in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Strong Knowledge of psychiatric illness and differential diagnosis with working knowledge of the DSM-5 TR. Ability to assess analyze diagnose treat/prescribe with outcome criteria and re-evaluation.
Strong assessment diagnostic and therapeutic skills within evidence-based practice.
Documented knowledge of nursing techniques and psychotropic medication indications contraindications administration side effects and adverse effects.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Commitment to providing patient-centered care with empathy integrity and cultural competency.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team with acceptance respect and trust.
Proficiency with electronic medical records electronic prescribing and relevant technology systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience or interest in working with students from under-represented populations.
Previous training and/or experience in a college mental health setting.
Experience with managing crisis situations completing risk assessments and disposition planning to address safety risks.
Demonstrated expertise in a minimum of one specific treatment relevant to collegiate mental health (e.g. eating disorders ADHD).
A self-motivated self-directed commitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice.
The energy to flexibly manage the professional demands of the role while maintaining positive and healthy relationships.
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$120000 - $128000
Hours per week
40
Review Date
02/01/2026
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors College.The university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at or Virginia Tech 220 Gilbert Street Suite 5200 Blacksburg VA 24061.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Lisa Racek at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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About Johnson & Wales University: Founded in 1914, Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with campuses in Providence, Rhode Island, and Charlotte, North Carolina.
