School-Based Psychiatric NP: Transform Youth Mental Health

Balanced Perspectives Psychiatry; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Balanced Perspectives Psychiatry in Port Saint Lucie, Florida is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a full‑time school‑based mental health role. You will perform psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and provide therapeutic support to students and families within a collaborative healthcare team.

The ideal candidate holds a PMH NP credential, an active APRN license, and experience with trauma‑informed care, collaboration with educators and counselors, and crisis

Qualifications

• Master's degree in PMH nursing required.
• Current APRN license with psychiatric specialization.
• Trauma-informed care expertise.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with students, families, and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and diagnoses for students.
• Prescribe and monitor medications; ensure safety and adherence.
• Collaborate with teachers, school psychologists, and PCPs to coordinate care.
• Provide crisis intervention and psychoeducation to students.
• Engage in community outreach for youth mental health awareness.
• Maintain confidential, HIPAA-compliant patient records.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing (Psychiatric Mental Health)

Job description

Balanced Perspectives Psychiatry in Port Saint Lucie, Florida is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a full‑time school‑based mental health role. You will perform psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and provide therapeutic support to students and families within a collaborative healthcare team.

The ideal candidate holds a PMH NP credential, an active APRN license, and experience with trauma‑informed care, collaboration with educators and counselors, and crisis