Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Crisis

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 131,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life and AD&D insurance

Long-term disability

403(b) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) seeks a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide assessments, medication management, and substance use treatment in our Crisis Stabilization Unit and Psychiatric Access Clinic as needed. The role is primarily daytime, on-site, with a rotating 4x10 schedule (8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.).

Average salary ranges from $130,500 to $167,040 annually, based on licensure, experience, and equity. A supportive team and after-hours coverage are provided.

Qualifications

• Master's in Nursing with Prescriptive Authority required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry; 1 year PMHNP residency/fellowship considered in lieu of 2 years.
• Colorado NP license active and in good standing; multi-state licenses not sufficient.
• Valid and current DEA registration.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date.
• Familiar with pharmacology and ability to administer medications and injections.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatric services including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate client care.
• Provide clinical supervision as needed and ensure appropriate documentation.
• Maintain after-hours availability by telephone for emergency evaluations as needed.
• Assist in utilization review and ensure appropriate medical/psychiatric services.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to quality, compliance, and policies.

Skills

PMHNP

Crisis care experience

Education

Master's in Nursing with Prescriptive Authority

Job description

Join Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) as a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals experiencing mental health and substance use crises. We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative provider who is passionate about delivering exceptional psychiatric care, values lifelong learning, believes in resilience, and honors the dignity and worth of every person. In this primarily daytime, in-person role, you will provide psychiatric assessments, medication evaluations, medication management, and substance use treatment services within our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), while partnering closely with a multidisciplinary team of nurses, therapists, case managers, and fellow prescribers to deliver comprehensive, recovery-focused care. Supported by a team of psychiatric providers who ensure after-hours coverage, you will have the opportunity to focus on high-quality clinical care in a collaborative environment. When CSU census allows, you will also support our Psychiatric Access Clinic, helping individuals quickly access critical psychiatric services when they need them most. Whether you are experienced in crisis care or eager to expand your expertise, this is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside dedicated professionals, develop specialized skills, and help individuals find stability, hope, and a path toward recovery.Salary for this role.Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Fewer than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE. Salary is also based on years of licensure and company equity.Annually, $130,500.00 - $167,040.00Schedule: This is a fully in-person/on-site position working a rotating schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week (4x10), 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The schedule includes a combination of weekday and weekend shifts to ensure continuous clinical coverage. This will be arranged equitably with the other 2 full time providers and PRN staff by the medical director. Candidates must be flexible and available to work scheduled shifts as assigned.Essential Functions:Provide direct psychiatric services through the comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment of patients assigned, on a regular basis. As within the State outlined scope of practice.Assure clinicians in assigned services receive appropriate clinical supervision, as necessary.Work with multidisciplinary staff to evaluate and triage according to level of acuity, as needed.Maintain availability by telephone for face-to-face evaluation of emergency patients, as appropriate.Provide utilization review of all patients in continuing care to ensure appropriate medical/psychiatric services are received, as needed.Attend team and other meetings, as necessary.Provide consultation with staff on patient care and difficult cases, as needed.Understand and comply with organizational goals around quality, compliance, standards, and policies.Complete required education and training in a timely manner.Accurately and completely document patient care. Provide information to credentialing, payroll, etc. in a timely mannerMonitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the client's care team.Requirements:Master's degree in Nursing with Prescriptive Authority.Minimum 2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry. 1 year PMHNP residency/fellowship will also be considered in lieu of 2 years experienceColorado Nurse Practitioner Licensure Requirement: Per Colorado BHA regulations, you must hold an active Colorado NP license in good standing before providing any client services. Out-of-state multi-state or compact licenses are not sufficient.Certified as an advanced practitioner of nursing by the Colorado State Board of Nursing.Valid and Current DEA.Preferred: Completion of the Crisis Professional Curriculum (OwnPath) prior to hire date, required completion within 30 days of hire date.Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain one within 30 days of hire.Current knowledge of pharmacology.Ability to administer medications and injections.Knowledge of diagnoses and theoretical issues related to clinical treatment.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Basic computer skills and ability to learn/utilize electronic health record.Treatment philosophy consistent with managed care principles.Required Vaccination and TB Test.At AMHR the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.Benefits:Health insurance: KaiserDental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)Company paid basic life and AD&D insuranceLong-term disability coverage*403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employmentAccrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, and 1 floating holiday (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)The company observes 10 designated holidays each year. Exception: Employees working in 24/7 programs or facilities are scheduled to work their regular shifts if the holiday falls on their scheduled workday. In these cases, employees will receive their regular pay for hours worked plus holiday pay.Employee Assistance ProgramVoluntary term life insuranceShort term disability**Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or moreOur Mission, Vision and Core Values.Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamworkWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and its subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context, including harassment or exclusion.