Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 148,284 - 164,760; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Castle Rock is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver consistent mental health services. The role requires a Master's in Nursing specializing in psychiatric mental health, a valid PMHNP license, and at least one year of experience. This position offers competitive hourly compensation and is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a PMHNP required.
• Unrestricted current license to practice as a PMHNP in the state.
• Current board certification as a PMHNP.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluations and treatment independently.
• Monitor and manage psychotropic medications effectively.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for service consistency.
• Ensure timely clinical documentation and participation in meetings.
• Support crisis intervention and emergency treatment processes.

Skills

Psychiatric evaluations

Medication management

Crisis intervention

Education

Master of Science in Nursing or Post-Master’s Certificate in psychiatric mental health

Job description

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Compensation: $107.64 - $119.60 per hour

Department: Mental Health

Key Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluations, treatment, and follow-up care while exercising independent medical judgment.
• Monitor and manage psychotropic medications, including effectiveness, side effects, and required follow-up.
• Collaborate with mental health, medical, and administrative teams to ensure consistent psychiatric and mental health services.
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation and participate in required meetings, consultations, and on‑call coverage.
• Support crisis intervention, referrals, transfers, and emergency or involuntary treatment processes as allowed by scope of practice.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Master of Science in Nursing or Post‑Master’s Certificate from an accredited nurse practitioner program with a specialty in psychiatric mental health across the lifespan.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a PMHNP required (may be waived with approval of the Vice President of Advanced Practice Program).
• Corrections experience in a PMHNP role preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Unrestricted current license to practice as a PMHNP in the state of practice.
• Current board certification as a PMHNP.
• Current DEA registration (unless determined optional by the Chief Psychiatric Officer).
• Current BLS certification.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.