School-Based Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Balanced Perspectives Psychiatry; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Balanced Perspectives Psychiatry seeks a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to support students in a Houston school setting. You will perform psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and provide therapy tailored to youth needs in a structured, patient-centered environment.

Onsite duties run 9 am–5 pm with collaboration among teachers and counselors. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care and culturally competent practice within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing with a specialization as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
• State licensure as an APRN with psychiatric certification.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural competence and pediatric mental health understanding.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with students, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments to diagnose and treat mental health conditions in students.
• Implement effective medication management plans and monitor efficacy and safety of treatments.
• Collaborate with school staff to integrate mental health services within the educational setting.
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support during distress.
• Engage in community outreach to raise awareness about student mental health.
• Deliver therapy and psychoeducation to students and families to strengthen coping skills.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant, confidential patient records.

Skills

Psychiatric NP

Master's degree in Nursing

APRN license (psychiatric)

Cultural competence

Strong communication

Education

Master's in Nursing - Psychiatric NP

State APRN license with psychiatric certification

Job description

Balanced Perspectives Psychiatry seeks a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to support students in a Houston school setting. You will perform psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and provide therapy tailored to youth needs in a structured, patient-centered environment.

Onsite duties run 9 am–5 pm with collaboration among teachers and counselors. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care and culturally competent practice within a supportive team.