Nurse Practitioner Child & Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatry

Sun Behavioral Health Group; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Behavioral Health Group is looking for a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join their team in Erlanger, KY. This full-time position focuses on providing psychiatric care to children and adolescents aged 5–17 in an inpatient setting. You will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and collaborate closely with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.

Ideal candidates will have experience in a psychiatric setting, excellent communication skills, and a PMHNP certification. This role is vital for stabilizing young patients and supporting their recovery journey.

Qualifications

• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification preferred.
• 2+ years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing assessments
• Develop and guide individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the care team
• Manage and optimize psychotropic medication regimens
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans
• Partner with families and caregivers for continuity of care

Skills

Experience working with children and adolescents in a psychiatric setting

Excellent collaboration and communication skills

Strong clinical judgment

Education

Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

Licensed with the State Board of Nursing

CPR certification

Job description

Job Details Job Location: SUN Behavioral Kentucky – Erlanger, KY 41018 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Certificate Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Days Job Category: Health Care Nurse Practitioner – Child & Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatry

Are you a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adolescents? Join a team dedicated to helping young patients and their families navigate some of life’s most challenging moments. We are seeking an experienced NP to provide high-quality psychiatric care to children and adolescents (ages 5–17) in an inpatient setting, supporting patients with acute mental health needs during critical points in their recovery journey.

Why This Role Matters

In this position, you will play a vital role in stabilizing and supporting young patients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms – helping them regain safety, stability, and hope. Your clinical expertise and compassionate approach will directly impact patient outcomes and long‑term recovery.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing assessments
• Develop and guide individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the care team
• Manage and optimize psychotropic medication regimens with confidence and clinical precision
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans to support the best possible outcomes
• Partner closely with families and caregivers as appropriate to support continuity of care
• Contribute to a team-based model of care focused on safety, quality, and patient‑centered treatment

What You’ll Bring

• Experience working with children and adolescents in a psychiatric setting
• Comfort and expertise managing medications for acute behavioral health conditions
• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced inpatient environment
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills
• 2+ years of clinical experience preferred
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification preferred

A Team You’ll Be Proud to Join

• Psychiatrists
• Nurse Practitioners
• Therapists and Social Workers
• Nurses
• Pharmacists and other clinical specialists

Qualifications

Education

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Licensed with the State Board of Nursing in state of employment.
• DEA number.
• CPR and hospital‑selected de‑escalation technique certification.
• Maintains education and development appropriate for position.
• May substitute experience for education.

Experience

• Preferred: One (1) year of experience in a behavioral healthcare setting for Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners and One (1) year of experience for Nurse Practitioners that oversee the medical status of the patient.
• May substitute education for experience.