Obstetric Behavioral Health Nurse - Weekends (Sat/Sun, 9am - 9pm ET)

Pomelo Care is the leading virtual medical practice for women and children, providing care across pregnancy, postpartum, pediatrics, menopause, and perimenopause. We combine proactive, 24/7 clinical care with technology that helps us reach patients earlier, identify risks sooner, and deliver personalized care throughout their journey. Our team includes clinicians, technologists, operators, and problem-solvers working together to make high-quality care more accessible for families nationwide.

About The Role

Your North Star: Complete initial intake and crisis consultation to support the coordination of perinatal behavioral health care and support to improve patient outcomes.This role reports to the Behavioral Health Lead and is open to any candidates located in the continental US.

Reporting to the Behavioral Health Lead, in this role you will have the following responsibilities:

• Conduct initial patient risk assessments and triage based on urgency and severity of mental health conditions.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including, obstetricians, APPs, nurses, care coordinators and therapists.

• Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients, taking into account their unique needs and circumstances.

• Provide psychoeducation to patients and their families about perinatal mental health conditions and treatment options.

• Monitor patients' progress and adjust care plans as necessary.

• Advocate for patients' rights and ensure that care is delivered in a way that respects their autonomy and dignity.

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training to stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in perinatal mental health nursing.

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse with an unrestricted multi-state compact license and residence in a nursing compact state required

• 4+ years experience in a hospital and/or healthcare practice, serving maternal-child health populations

• Experience or advanced training in psychiatric nursing, perinatal mental health or a related field

• Experience working with pregnant and postpartum individuals and their families

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment

• Commitment to patient-centered care and a holistic approach to mental health.

Who you are:

• An agile, adaptable thinker who embraces change

• Fully internet-connected and equipped to work remotely via video, phone, and text

• Understand the prevalence of and role that birth inequity and structural racism play in maternal morbidity and mortality.

• Skilled with exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities

• A highly engaged, proactive professional

• Available for holiday coverage and occasional travel

Bonus points for the following:

• Perinatal Mental Health Certification

• Experience in case management and care navigation

• Experience providing virtual care

• Experience providing care in Spanish

Compensation

The expected base salary range offered for this role is $46,800 - $49,800. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, skills, competencies, and certifications.

Why you should join our team

By joining Pomelo, you’ll get in on the ground floor of a fast-moving, well-funded startup on a mission to improve outcomes for all mothers and babies. We cultivate a collaborative, patient-first environment where data drives our decisions and team members are challenged to learn, grow, and have fun together.

We believe that solving critical healthcare problems requires perspectives as diverse as the communities we serve. Pomelo is committed to hiring and supporting a team of varied backgrounds, welcoming all applicants regardless of race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, disability, or veteran status.