Position Summary

The Psychiatric APRN provides comprehensive mental health care, including psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and brief psychotherapy across the lifespan. This role practices independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered behavioral health services.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and risk assessments

Diagnose mental health disorders using DSM-5 criteria

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Provide medication management, including prescribing and monitoring psychotropic medications

Deliver brief psychotherapy and psychoeducation

Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and care teams

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR

Participate in quality improvement and outcome tracking initiatives

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational standards

Qualifications

Active Connecticut APRN license

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

DEA license and Connecticut controlled substance registration

Minimum 1–2 years of psychiatric experience preferred (new graduates may be considered)

Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills

Compensation & Workload

We offer a compensation model designed to provide both financial stability and the opportunity to grow your income based on your productivity.

Base: $55.00 per hour regardless of patients seen

Productivity Bonus: In addition to your base, you’ll have the opportunity to earn additional income based on completed and billed sessions

Earning Potential: $135,000 to $170,000 depending on preferred pace and schedule.

Workload & Schedule

Typically 12–18 patients per day

Balanced mix of new evaluations and follow-up visits

Designed to support high-quality care and sustainable workloads

Additional Benefits

Life Insurance

Malpractice coverage

License and DEA reimbursement

Flexible Schedule

Full patient coordinator support/scheduling and billing services