Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Connections Health Solutions; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 76,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA with employer match

401(k) after 6 months

PTO 210 hours annually

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Connections Health Solutions is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to lead clinical services for youth and adults in a crisis facility. You will stabilize individuals in crisis, perform assessments, and coordinate with community and legal systems for ongoing care.

The role requires PA RN and APRN licensure, DEA registration, and experience in crisis mental health. Benefits are offered for full-time staff; 24/7 operations and various shift options are provided.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania RN license and APRN credentials required.
• Unrestricted DEA license and state registrations needed.
• Experience in crisis mental health or related settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments, crisis interventions, risk assessments, and medication management.
• Lead clinical team, update treatment plans, manage discharge planning, coordinate with outpatient care.
• Complete clinical records, review health assessments, and order labs.
• Complete petitions for emergency custody and testify in hearings when required.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Team leadership

Communication

Education

PA RN license

APRN license

DEA license

Job description

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) serves as the attending clinician for youth and adult consumers in a crisis facility. You will direct clinical services, stabilize individuals in crisis, and coordinate with the community and legal systems for ongoing care.

• PRN requires a minimum of 3 shift picked up per month
• All shifts are 12hrs, either 7a-7p (Day) or 7p-7a (Night) - our facilities are open 24/7/365

Maximize Your Earnings With Additional Hourly Pay

• +$4.50/hr -> Monday-Thursday Nights
• +$9.00/hr -> Friday-Sunday Nights
• +$4.50/hr -> Saturday-Sunday Days

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: Conduct psychiatric assessments, crisis interventions, differential diagnoses, risk assessments, and medication management.
• Case Management: Lead the clinical team, update treatment plans, manage discharge planning, and coordinate with outpatient and primary care providers.
• Documentation & Testing: Complete clinical records (admission/discharge orders, progress notes), review health assessments, and order laboratory tests.
• Legal & Compliance: Complete petitions for emergency custody and medication over objection; testify in civil commitment hearings when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

Must-Haves:

• Licensure: Active, unrestricted Pennsylvania RN and APRN licenses (or eligible multistate licensure).
• Credentials: Unrestricted DEA license and PA PMP registration. Must complete NPI, Medallion, and Medicare enrollment during credentialing.
• Experience: Background in crisis mental health or family health treatment for children, adolescents, and/or adults.
• Clearances: Ability to pass PA DBHDS, PA DSS Central Registry, and State Fingerprint background checks.
• Policy: Compliance with company mandatory vaccination policy.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Dual certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
• Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP).
• Experience in addiction treatment and recovery.
• Current DEA registration with Schedule III authority.

What We Offer (Full-Time Benefits)

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short, and Long-Term Disability.
• Financial: HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 employer match), FSA, and a 401(k) with a company match after 6 months.
• Time Off: Generous PTO (starts at 210 hours accrued annually), 12 paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available immediately.

Connections Health Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.