Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Wexford Health Sources; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. invites a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join NH State Prison for Men in Concord, NH, delivering comprehensive psychiatric care as part of the behavioral health team.

You'll assess, diagnose, treat, and monitor a broad range of psychiatric conditions, prescribe medications, order tests, educate patients, and collaborate with medical and nursing staff. This role focuses on evidence-based care, crisis response support, and ongoing education, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited NP program.
• Active unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in state of practice.
• Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner certification required.
• Active DEA and Controlled Substance license required at start date.
• Active CPR certification required at start date.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Emotional resilience

Patient-focused mindset

Education

Graduate from an accredited NP program

Job description

POSITION: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

SCHEDULE: Full Time, Monday-Friday 8AM- 4:30PM

FACILITY: NH State Prison for Men

LOCATION: Concord, New Hampshire

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/Physician Assistant 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
• Free CEUs
• 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 program
• Active unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in state of practice.
• Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner certification required.
• Active DEA and Controlled Substance license required at start date.
• Active CPR certification required at start date.
• Strong clinical judgement, emotional resilience, and a patient‑focused mindset.

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