Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (APP) Company: Novamind ( Location: Denver, CO (In-Person) Employment Type: Full-Time / 1099 Independent Contractor Job Summary: We are seeking a motivated, empathetic, and experienced Psychiatric APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our flagship center. We are specifically looking for a PMHNP-certified provider who holds an active DEA license in Colorado. In this full-time, in-person role, you will serve as the on-site clinical lead, responsible for delivering exceptional patient care during ketamine and esketamine treatments while also guiding the daily operations and development of our multidisciplinary clinical team. About Novamind: Novamind is pioneering the next generation of mental wellness. We believe in fostering profound healing and personal growth by integrating innovative, evidence-based therapies with comprehensive, human-centered care. Our mission is to make transformative treatments accessible to all who can benefit, creating a new standard for treating conditions like treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Our flagship center is the foundation of this mission. Join us in shaping the future of healing. Schedule Full-Time, 30-40 hours per week Option to do four 10-hour shifts per week, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Key Responsibilities Clinical & Patient Care: Clinical Decision-Making: Serve as the primary clinical point-person for medical concerns (e.g., hypertension, nausea), determining PRN medication needs and adjusting ketamine/esketamine dosing in collaboration with our medical leadership. Direct Patient Care: Administer Spravato, (TMS, med management, therapy as future services), monitor patients during treatment, and provide expert clinical care and emotional support throughout their journey. Operational Excellence: Liaise with the Clinic Director to ensure safe staffing levels, smooth daily operations, and an optimal patient experience. Mentorship & Culture: Foster a collegial, warm, and supportive clinical environment. Provide mentorship and support to clinical staff, encouraging professional growth and a collaborative team spirit. Patient Journey Oversight: Support real-time decisions regarding patient care plans, from intake and treatment to follow-up and integration. Qualifications Master's degree in Nursing (NP/PMHNP) or graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program. Current, unrestricted licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP preferred) or Physician Assistant in the state of CO. Current DEA registration with prescriptive authority for controlled substances. Significant experience in a psychiatric setting is required; familiarity with mood disorders, personality disorders, and trauma is essential. Demonstrated experience in a clinical leadership, supervisory, or team lead role. Comfort and professionalism in discussing psychedelic treatments and related therapeutic frameworks. Excellent clinical assessment, crisis management, documentation, and communication skills. Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and standard office technology. Experience with ketamine, esketamine, or other psychedelic-assisted therapies is a plus, but not required. Desired Characteristics A warm, empathic, and highly collaborative interpersonal style. Confident and comfortable working in a setting focused on psychopharmacology and experiential therapy. Strong leadership instincts with decisive, calm, and thoughtful decision-making abilities. A genuine interest in a holistic, patient-first approach to mental health. Excited about futuristic treatments and the frontier of psychiatric care. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $160,000 – $200,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Professional Development: Annual stipend and dedicated paid time off for Continuing Medical Education (CME). Licensure & Insurance: We cover malpractice insurance and costs for state license renewals. Growth Opportunity: Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development in a rapidly expanding company. Physical Setting: A futuristic, immersive experience, thoughtfully designed outpatient treatment center in the heart of the city. Our Culture: At Novamind, our culture is built on reinventing mental healthcare with next generation psychedelic treatments. Join us if you want to be on the frontier of psychiatric treatment.