Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

The Columbus Organization; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 124,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

The Columbus Organization is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for a 1099 moonlighting opportunity in Wilmington, Delaware. This role involves delivering high-quality psychiatric care to adolescents in a residential setting, supporting emotional stability and rehab goals.

Hours are flexible, with a preference for two days per week. You will conduct psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and collaborate with facility leadership and clinical teams.

Qualifications

• Active Delaware NP licensure (or ability to obtain)
• Experience with child and adolescent populations strongly preferred
• Experience in residential, correctional, or behavioral health settings is a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and ongoing mental health monitoring
• Provide medication evaluations and medication management
• Collaborate with residential facility leadership, clinical teams, and support staff
• Utilize trauma-informed approaches when working with youth
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with facility standards and regulatory requirements

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Psychiatric evaluation

Medication management

Education

Delaware PMHNP license

Tools

Documentation systems

Job description

BC-PMHNP Opportunity – 1099 Contract | 16 Hours/Week

Residential Youth Facility – Wilmington, DE

Quick Facts

• Setting: Residential treatment facility serving pre-adjudicated and adjudicated youth (ages 12–18)
• Schedule: 16 hours/week | Two Days a week
• Employment Type: 1099 Contractor
• Compensation: $90–$97/hour

Position Summary

The Columbus Organization is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for a rewarding 1099 moonlighting opportunity in Wilminfton, Delaware. This role provides the unique chance to support youth within a secure residential environment by delivering high-quality psychiatric care, fostering emotional stability, and supporting their rehabilitation journey. The PMHNP will provide direct psychiatric services to adolescents in a structured treatment facility. Hours are flexible, with a preference for two days a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and ongoing mental health monitoring
• Provide medication evaluations and medication management
• Collaborate with residential facility leadership, clinical teams, and support staff
• Utilize trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches when working with youth
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with facility standards and regulatory requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Delaware NP licensure (or ability to obtain)
• Prior experience working with child and adolescent populations strongly preferred
• Experience in residential, correctional, or behavioral health settings is a plus

About The Columbus Organization

The Columbus Organization is dedicated to supporting your professional success. As a national leader in healthcare staffing for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as behavioral and mental health challenges, we offer rewarding opportunities across community, facility, and school-based environments. Join a team driven by purpose and committed to helping others achieve meaningful lives.