Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

The role

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and therapeutic support to individuals in PHP and IOP programs. You will collaborate with clinicians to provide a holistic approach to patient care.

What you will do

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, including intake assessments, for patients in the PHP/IOP programs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on psychiatric assessment findings.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, monitoring for effectiveness and side effects.
• Provide ongoing medication management and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Work closely with therapists, social workers, and other team members to coordinate care for patients.
• Provide crisis intervention and support when needed, particularly in a PHP/IOP setting.
• Participate in clinical team meetings, case reviews, and treatment planning discussions.
• Document all patient interactions and treatment in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication management.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and ethical standards for the delivery of psychiatric services.

Required qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program.
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) or Physician Assistant.
• Current, unrestricted state licensure as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Minimum one year of experience prescribing medication.
• Strong knowledge of mental health diagnoses, psychiatric medications, and treatment modalities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural competence.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-focused approach to care.
• Ability to manage complex cases and respond effectively to crisis situations.
• If eligible based on licensure status and applicable state regulations, must be willing to provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians.

Nice to have

• Experience in a behavioral health setting, including PHP and/or IOP.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• HealthJoy unlimited therapy
• UHC wellness program
• HSA/FSA options
• Pet insurance
• Responsible PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• All licensing fees covered
• Annual stipend for tuition reimbursement, ongoing education, or CEUs
• Structured clinical supervision for pre-licensed clinicians
• Best-in-class supervision grounded in PHP/IOP curriculum

About the company

Guidelight Health is a behavioral healthcare company providing PHP and IOP services. They are a newly launched organization on a mission to redefine the behavioral health industry.