Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

About the role

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) – Full-Time or Part-Time in New Milford, CT! CHE Behavioral Health Services is seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) or experienced Physician Assistants to provide psychiatric care in long-term care and rehabilitation settings. Opportunities available in skilled nursing, rehab, and assisted living facilities. CHE is a clinician-led organization serving 100,000+ patients across 800+ facilities in 11+ states.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits
• Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications
• Collaborate with an integrated care team (psychiatrists, psychologists, LCSWs, nursing staff)
• Distinguish and diagnose psychological vs. physiological disorders
• Consult on complex or unusual clinical cases

Qualifications

• MSN – Psychiatric/Mental Health; ANCC PMHNP certification
• Experience in psychotropic medication management
• Active DEA (Optional)
• Family Nurse Practitioners with 3–5 years of psych experience will be considered

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision (FT)
• 401(k) with 25% match on the first 6% of deferrals
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Free CEUs, training, and clinical supervision
• EMR for streamlined documentation
• Collaborative clinical environment
• Ongoing training, CEUs, and clinical mentorship
• Opportunities for advancement within a supportive, multidisciplinary team

Schedule

• Full-time or part-time schedules
• You pick your own weekday schedule (Mon–Fri)
• No nights, weekends, or on-call
• Work-life balance with predictable, steady caseloads