Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Career Land Center; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Support for professional growth

Flexible scheduling

Collaborative clinical team

Opportunity to impact community health

Job summary

Career Land Center is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Springfield, Massachusetts, to provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing treatment support. The role includes medication management and collaboration with clinical staff for coordinated patient care.

Applicants should have an active Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner license, with a preference for those with certification in psychiatric care and experience in community settings. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Active Nurse Practitioner license in Massachusetts is required.
• Certification or specialized training in psychiatric/mental health care preferred.
• Experience in community behavioral health settings is strongly preferred.
• DEA certification to prescribe controlled medications is necessary.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations.
• Diagnose conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe and monitor psychiatric medications.
• Provide medication education and patient support.
• Collaborate with clinical staff for coordinated care.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Medication management

Team collaboration

Clinical judgment

Education

Active Nurse Practitioner license in Massachusetts

Certification in psychiatric/mental health care

Job description

Springfield, Massachusetts, United States

About the job Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing treatment support for clients receiving behavioral health services.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will work closely with therapists, social workers, case managers, and other clinical staff to ensure coordinated, culturally responsive care for individuals and families in the community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and mental health evaluations
• Diagnose psychiatric conditions and develop individualized treatment plans
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications and monitor treatment effectiveness
• Provide medication education and support to patients and families
• Collaborate with therapists, LICSWs, case managers, and other clinicians to ensure coordinated care
• Participate in team meetings and treatment planning discussions
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with professional and regulatory standards

Requirements

• Active Nurse Practitioner license in Massachusetts
• Certification or specialized training in psychiatric/mental health care preferred
• Experience working in community behavioral health settings strongly preferred
• DEA certification to prescribe controlled medications
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to working with diverse communities and underserved populations

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Support for professional growth and continuing education
• Flexible scheduling options
• Collaborative, mission‑driven clinical team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community health setting