Can a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Prescribe Medication in Virginia?
Yes. A Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) can prescribe psychiatric medication in Virginia, including antidepressants, anxiety medication, ADHD stimulants, mood stabilizers, and antipsychotics. Virginia law grants PMHNPs authority to prescribe Schedule II through Schedule VI controlled substances. Depending on how many years they’ve practiced, a PMHNP prescribes either under a practice agreement with a physician […]
What Is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP?
Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse who is trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders, including prescribe medications. PMHNPs undergo the psychiatric training required at the graduate level and are nationally board-certified, so they are qualified to diagnose and treat patients for such illnesses as depression, anxiety, […]