Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Pediatric and Teenagers Preferred

HIAAH; Brookfield (CT); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Supportive work environment

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A mental health practice in Connecticut seeks a compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management services, primarily focusing on children and adolescents. The ideal candidate will have an active APRN or PMHNP license and experience in a behavioral health setting. This position allows for flexible work from home options and emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and adolescents in a psychiatric setting is required.
• Must be able to practice independently.
• Strong diagnostic and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments for clients across age groups.
• Develop individualized medication management plans.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers.
• 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.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Medication management

Communication skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Education

Active APRN or PMHNP license in Connecticut

Job description

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Wellness resources

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

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.

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.

Flexible work from home options available.