Psychiatric APRN

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (APRN/PMHNP) to join our mental health practice. In this role, you will provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management services to clients across the lifespan, with a strong focus on children and adolescents. You will work collaboratively with therapists and other providers to ensure integrated, patient-centered care, addressing conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and other behavioral health concerns.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.
• Develop and implement individualized medication management plans.
• Monitor treatment response, side effects, and adherence, making adjustments as needed.
• Educate patients and families on psychiatric medications, potential side effects, and treatment expectations.
• Collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, and school-based professionals when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case consultations, and ongoing professional development.
• Provide crisis intervention support as needed.

Benefits/Perks

• Supportive and Collaborative Work Environment: Join a multidisciplinary mental health team where every provider’s expertise is valued and respected.
• Comprehensive Patient Population: Work with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of clinical presentations, allowing you to apply your expertise across age groups.
• Evidence-Based Practice: Provide medication management services grounded in the latest psychiatric research and clinical guidelines.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Access ongoing training, clinical supervision (if needed), and opportunities to expand your scope of practice in a growing behavioral health clinic.
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Performance-based bonuses
• Employee discounts
• Opportunities for advancement 
• Ongoing training and professional development 
• Wellness resources

Requirements:

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted APRN or PMHNP license in the state of Connecticut.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting is required.
• Ability to practice independently (must not require MD collaboration in the state of Connecticut).
• Valid and current DEA registration.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and medication management skills.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• Must agree to be 1099/Independent Contractor with a competitive percentage split compensation model.
• 1-3 years of experience preferred