Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

Location: Independence, Missouri (with potential for telehealth services)

Department: Healthcare Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift: Flexible, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Job Summary: Are you a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner looking to make a difference in the lives of diverse patient populations? Join our team as a Nurse Practitioner! We offer a supportive environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career.

As a Nurse Practitioner, you will carry out physical and psychological exams, provide basic healthcare treatments, write prescriptions, and order medical/psychological tests. Additionally, you will review patient conditions, determine treatment plans, and facilitate Medication Services within Substance Use Disorder programs. Join us in providing quality care and support to individuals in need.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 29 Days of PTO
• Competitive Pay
• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirements
• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**
• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Emergency Medical Leave Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care
• Health & Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct physical or psychological exams and record patient histories.
• Provide basic healthcare treatments and write prescriptions.
• Review patient conditions and determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Facilitate Medication Services within Substance Use Disorder programs.
• Oversee team care coordination activities, including communication with outside providers.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Missouri.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) by the State of Missouri.
• Two years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred.

Required License/Certification:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Missouri
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the State of Missouri
• Federal DEA license

Additional Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a community health center or similar environment preferred.
• Current Missouri RN license in good standing.
• Federal DEA license required.
• Willingness to explore/obtain DATA 2000 Waiver.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.