Pediatric PMHNP - Inpatient Psychiatry Specialist

Nexus Health Systems Ltd; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Children’s Hospital – Dallas is seeking a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our multidisciplinary team. You will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing behavioral health care for pediatric and adolescent patients within an inpatient rehabilitation setting.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with complex neurodevelopmental and behavioral health needs, collaborates with physicians,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing with completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
• Completion of a PMHNP program or PMHNP certification.
• Current Texas RN license and APRN licensure.
• PMHNP-BC certification and BLS certification.
• Prescriptive authority per Texas requirements.
• Ability to complete behavioral management training (SAMA or similar).
• 3–5 years of pediatric psychiatric care experience preferred.
• Experience with inpatient pediatric behavioral health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
• Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans with the team.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications under Texas law.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists and therapists.
• Monitor safety, respond to emergencies, and document care.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on treatment plans.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Medication management

Pediatrics care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Behavioral health

Education

Master's degree in Nursing with NP program

PMHNP certification

Job description

Nexus Children’s Hospital – Dallas is seeking a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our multidisciplinary team. You will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing behavioral health care for pediatric and adolescent patients within an inpatient rehabilitation setting.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with complex neurodevelopmental and behavioral health needs, collaborates with physicians,