Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner 

Reports to: Executive Director 

Location: 100% onsite in Waltham, MA

Schedule: This is a part-time, fully benefits eligible W2 position.  Clinical hours are Monday - Friday, approximately from 9:00 - 2:00 EST, with one hour of rounds and one hour of direct supervision with the psychiatrist each week.  Hours are expected to increase as census continues to grow. 

Role Summary:  

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

Role Responsibilities: 

• 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.  

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based practices and advancements in psychiatric care.  

  

Required Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program.  

• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). 

• Current, unrestricted state licensure as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. 
• 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 as part of Guidelight’s supervision program. This includes actively supporting the development of associate licensed professionals in accordance with organizational standards and state-specific supervisory requirements.

• A winning mentality!  

Preferred Qualifications:  

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

 

*Please do not contact our public clinical admissions line regarding this or any other job posting. For recruiting-related inquiries, please contact the Talent team at Talent@guidelighthealth.com

 

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