Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Wexford Health Sources; Berlin (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid-time-off program

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Continuing education options

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources in Berlin, New Hampshire is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive psychiatric care at the Northern New Hampshire Correctional Facility. You will assess, diagnose, and treat mental health issues while collaborating with a dedicated team.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical judgement, an active APRN license, and psychiatric certification. Attractive benefits include generous paid time off, comprehensive health care, and continuing education options.

Qualifications

• Experience in psychiatric diagnosis and medication management (Correctional experience preferred).
• Must hold an active Controlled Substance Registration/License/Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric conditions.
• Prescribing and managing psychotropic medications.
• Ordering diagnostic tests and interpreting lab results.
• Providing education and counseling to patients.
• Developing individualized treatment plans.
• Documenting all clinical activity using the SOAP format.

Skills

Psychiatric diagnosis

Medication management

Strong clinical judgement

Emotional resilience

Patient-focused mindset

Education

Graduate from an accredited NP or PA program

Active unrestricted APRN license

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner certification

Active DEA license

Active CPR certification

Job description

Position: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Schedule: Monday-Friday daytime hours

Facility: Northern New Hampshire Correctional Facility

Location: Berlin, New Hampshire (onsite)

Are you ready for an advanced mental health role where your clinical judgement drives real outcomes and your compassion reaches those who need it most? Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional healthcare providers, delivering psychiatric and behavioral health services to justice-involved individuals for over 30 years. Many of our patients are receiving their first experience with quality mental health care—and it starts with you.

Position Summary

As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at our facility, you’ll provide comprehensive psychiatric care and serve as a vital member of the behavioral health team. Collaborating with medical, nursing, and mental health staff, your responsibilities will include:

• Assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions
• Prescribing and managing psychotropic medications and monitoring therapeutic response
• Ordering diagnostic tests and interpreting lab results as needed for ongoing treatment
• Providing education and counseling to patients on mental health, medications, and wellness
• Developing individualized treatment plans and ensuring continuity of care
• Documenting all clinical activity using the SOAP format in the EMR system
• Providing consultation and support to mental health and nursing personnel
• Performing psychiatric evaluations, mental status exams, and participating in facility rounds
• Participating in staff education, orientation, and in-service mental health training
• Supporting crisis response efforts and guiding care interventions as clinically indicated

You’ll do more than treat mental illness. You’ll provide structure, clarity, and compassionate care that supports long-term recovery.

Why Work with Wexford Health?

• Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid-time-off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• CME allowance and paid education days
• Medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

What You’ll Need

• Graduate from an accredited NP or PA program.
• Active unrestricted APRN license in state of practice.
• Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner certification required.
• Active applicable Controlled Substance Registration/License/Certification in state of practice.
• Active DEA license required.
• Active CPR certification required.
• Experience in psychiatric diagnosis and medication management (Correctional experience preferred).
• Strong clinical judgement, emotional resilience, and a patient-focused mindset.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates. Your skills matter here. Your compassion changes lives.

Apply today and become the mental health provider your community needs.