Staff Nurse Practitioner, Mental Health

Join the team leading the next evolution of virtual care. 

At Teladoc Health, you are empowered to bring your true self to work while helping millions of people live their healthiest lives.

Here you will be part of a high-performance culture where colleagues embrace challenges, drive transformative solutions, and create opportunities for growth. Together, we’re transforming how better health happens.

Summary of Position

As a Nurse Practitioner, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive and personalized Mental Health services to patients remotely. This role is responsible for delivering exceptional patient care through compassion and dedication to high quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual patient assessments, including collecting medical history, performing physical examinations, and diagnosing and treating common Mental Health illnesses.
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with patients.
• Order, interpret and provide appropriate follow up for diagnostic tests, such as laboratory work, to aid in diagnosis and treatment decisions.
• Prescribe appropriate medications and therapies, adhering to evidence-based guidelines and considering patient preferences and limitations.
• Monitor patient progress, assess outcomes, and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans to optimize patient care.
• Provide patient education and support, including answering questions, addressing concerns, and promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic health records (EHR) for all patient encounters.
• Stay current with advancements in healthcare technology, telemedicine practices, and relevant professional guidelines and standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices in virtual primary care.

The time spent on each responsibility reflects an estimate and is subject to change dependent on business needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Qualifications Expected for Position

• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a virtual setting, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively interact with patients and interdisciplinary teams remotely.
• Proficiency in using telehealth platforms and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care, empathy, and cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving virtual care practices and embrace innovative technologies.
• Dedication to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.

Required license or credential needed to perform job:

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with either a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) mandatory
• Valid Nurse Practitioner license and certification in the state where the virtual Mental Health practice is based.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate clinical experience as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
• Board Certification by ANCC or AANP
• Post-Masters Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric-Mental Health
• No disciplinary actions within the last 5 years

Work Environment                                       

                              ☐ Office           ☒  Remote                 ☐ Hybrid (Office & Remote)

Travel: up to 5%

Travel percentage reflects an estimate and is subject to change dependent on business needs.

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.  Teladoc Health will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual in line with company policy.

About Us

Teladoc Health is the global virtual care leader, offering the only comprehensive virtual care solution spanning telehealth, expert medical, and licensed platform services. Teladoc Health serves the world's leading insurers, employers, and health systems and helps millions of people around the world resolve their healthcare needs with confidence.

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This job description is a general overview of nature and level of work performed by employees with this job designation It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of this position.  Management reserves the right to add, delete, and/or modify any of the job duties or requirements at any time.  I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above job description. By signing this job description, I understand the duties that are expected of me.

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You will accrue 8 hours of PTO per semi-monthly pay period. You will also receive 80 hours of Paid Sick, Safe, and Caregiver Leave annually. This applies to full-time positions only. If you are applying for a part-time role, your recruiter can provide additional details.

As part of our hiring process, we verify identity and credentials, conduct interviews (live or video), and screen for fraud or misrepresentation. Applicants who falsify information will be disqualified.

Teladoc Health will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why join Teladoc Health?

• Teladoc Health is transforming how better health happens. Learn how when you join us in pursuit of our impactful mission. 

• Chart your career path with meaningful opportunities that empower you to grow, lead, and make a difference.

• Join a multi-faceted community that celebrates each colleague’s unique perspective and is focused on continually improving, each and every day.  

• Contribute to an innovative culture where fresh ideas are valued as we increase access to care in new ways.   

• Enjoy an inclusive benefits program centered around you and your family, with tailored programs that address your unique needs.

• Explore candidate resources with tips and tricks from Teladoc Health recruiters and learn more about our company culture by exploring #TeamTeladocHealth on LinkedIn.

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