Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Clarity Mental Health, PLLC; Pueblo (CO); Hybrid; USD 151,536 - 172,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Clarity Mental Health, PLLC is seeking a licensed PMHNP-BC to join our team on a contract basis, with in-office and telehealth duties. The role emphasizes medication management, ketamine treatment, and collaborative care within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include new patient intakes, developing treatment plans, and ongoing patient monitoring. Licensure in Colorado, prescriptive authority, and DEA registration are required; BLS is also required.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner license for Colorado.
• Valid Prescriptive Authority in the State of Colorado.
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license in Colorado.
• Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
• Active BLS required.
• Preferred experience in psychiatric medication management; depression, anxiety, PTSD and related conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments and provide evidence-based diagnoses.
• Collaborate with patients to create personalized treatment plans.
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications while educating patients on their use.
• Perform new patient intakes and evaluations.
• Work closely with therapists, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Evaluate and monitor ketamine treatments per Klarisana protocols.
• Support in-clinic needs and administer ketamine as required.
• Document clinical work in an EHR system.
• Stay updated on psychiatric treatments.

Skills

PMHNP-BC

Prescriptive Authority (CO)

DEA license (CO)

BLS

Ketamine treatment knowledge

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)


• Health insurance


• 401(k) matching

At our clinic, we understand the intricate relationship between cognitive function, mind and body, and overall brain health. Our team of experts specializes in various therapeutic approaches and medication management to significantly reduce stress and improve behavioral health.

We believe in a holistic approach to primary care that recognizes the interplay of mental and physical health, with the ultimate goal of helping you achieve mental clarity. Whether you prefer in-office or online appointments, we offer flexible options to cater to your needs, ensuring that you receive the compassionate care you deserve and the quality treatment required for optimal brain health.

Overview Of The Position

This position requires you to work a few times a month in office and be actively licensed and credential‑ready Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). The role combines psychiatric expertise with compassionate care, addressing complex mental health needs while fostering collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The psychiatric nurse practitioner will assess, diagnose, and develop individualized treatment plans that may include medication management and therapeutic interventions. This role involves regular evaluation of patients using Klarisana’s ketamine protocols and contributing to a comprehensive, holistic care model.

Primary responsibilities will include: medication management; conducting new patient intakes; and supporting in-clinic patient care as needed, such as administration of ketamine.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner license for Colorado


• Valid Prescriptive Authority in the State of Colorado


• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license in Colorado


• Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)


• Active BLS required


• Preferred experience in psychiatric medication management. Working with patients impacted by depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other conditions.

DUTIES

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments and provide evidence-based diagnoses.


• Collaborate with patients to create personalized treatment plans.


• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications while educating patients on their use.


• Perform new patient intakes and evaluations.


• Work closely with therapists, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.


• Evaluate and monitor the safety and efficacy of ketamine treatments in alignment with Klarisana’s protocols.


• Support in-clinic needs as required, administering and monitoring ketamine treatment.


• Document clinical work in a timely manner using electronic health record (EHR) systems.


• Stay updated on psychiatric treatments.


• Participate in clinical supervision, case consultations, and team meetings.


• Adhere to professional licensure guidelines and seek consultation when appropriate.


• Support patients during appointments, including walking them to cars or other locations if needed.


• Additional duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office based and clinical setting


• In a temperature-controlled office environment


• Telehealth in a private, HIPAA compliant location and in person.

Travel Requirements

• Commuting to and from clinic locations.

Job Types: Contract work 1099, Flexible schedule.

Pay: $115.00 per hour.

Expected hours: 40‑50 clients per week. Flexible.

Medical Specialty

• Psychiatry

Application Question(s)

• What is your opinion on the use of ketamine to treat mental health and chronic pain?

Experience

• Medication management: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification

• PMHNP (Required)


• DEA Certification (Required)


• Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (Required)

Flexible work from home options available.