Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) — Part-Time, Full-Time, Remote (Connecticut)

Legion Health•Austin, TX

2d•$180,000 - $220,000•Remote

About The Position

Legion Health is a technology-enabled psychiatry network dedicated to delivering high-quality outpatient mental health care and expanding patient access through insurance. We are seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) in Connecticut who are passionate about evidence-based psychiatry and desire the time, support, and clinical autonomy to provide exceptional patient care. Our model blends the stability of traditional employment with the flexibility of private practice, prioritizing clinician well-being and professional growth. We are committed to quality and patient experience, recruiting exceptional providers, championing evidence-based protocols, and fostering a compassionate culture. Our PMHNPs operate with clinical autonomy, supported by experienced psychiatrists for consults and peer case reviews. Our vision is to lead a new era of mental health care by providing accessible, compassionate psychiatric care to all patients, regardless of their insurance. We are looking for a clinically excellent and patient-centered psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner who aligns with our vision of expanding access to world-class psychiatric care through technology and serving patients across all insurance types.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted license as a PMHNP in Connecticut
Board certification as a PMHNP (ANCC)
Active DEA registration
At least 1 year of professional experience practicing as a PMHNP.
Commitment to a minimum 1-year tenure with our team.
Comfort providing care remotely via telehealth.
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and medication management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Comfort using technology and electronic health record systems.
Commitment to providing patient-centered, compassionate care.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients with conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD, insomnia, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.
Perform comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including mental health, medical history, and risk analysis.
Use novel evidence-based treatments.
Promote an environment of compassion, respect, and empathy in patient interactions and care approaches.
Create and execute tailored treatment plans, combining medication and brief psychotherapy, in teamwork with other mental health and medical professionals.
Explore and integrate new therapeutic techniques and technologies to enhance patient outcomes and care efficiency.
Participate in case reviews with peers and physicians to enhance clinical skills and foster ongoing learning.

Benefits

Flexibility: Set your own schedule for optimal work-life balance.
Work from Home: See patients from the comfort of your home via telehealth.
Significant Administrative Support: Focus on patient care, not on patient scheduling, insurance verification, billing, prior authorizations, pharmacy coordination, etc.
Clinical Autonomy: We hire the most skilled providers and trust them to do what’s best for patients.
Patient Acquisition: Unlike with a private practice, we’ll work to fill your schedule, so you don’t have to do your own marketing.
Psychiatrist Consultation & Peer Case Review: Access to psychiatrists for clinical consultation, escalations, and peer learning (no supervision requirement).
Competitive Pay: We compensate our providers at market-leading rates, reflecting your experience and performance.
Weekly Pay: We pay our providers every week for immediate financial benefit and planning ease.
Legal Protection: We provide full malpractice insurance coverage.
Technical Support: We cover the costs for you to have best-in-class EHR and e-Prescribe tools.
Credentialing Support: We handle all aspects and costs of credentialing with a large number of insurance plans, including commercial, ACA, and government, ensuring your legal and effective authorization within insurance networks.
Commitment to Quality Care: Psychiatric intakes are 1 hour, and follow-ups are 30 minutes (as they should be).
Tools for Responsible Prescribing: We have rigorous, evidence-based protocols and provide objective diagnostic tools to ensure responsible and ethical prescriptions of controlled substances.
Community of Clinical Excellence: You will work alongside the most talented PMHNPs and psychiatrists in the world. Our current PMHNPs have trained at prestigious institutions, including Vanderbilt, UT Austin, Johns Hopkins, Columbia, NYU, and UTHealth Houston.
Opportunities for Professional Growth: As we expand, we intend to promote clinical leadership from the best of our active providers.
Culture of Excellence through Innovation: Actively participate in ushering in a new era of mental health care through superior clinical care and technology.
Licensure Coverage: We’ll reimburse you for all fees associated with getting licensed in other states as required by Legion.
Resources: We provide premium subscriptions to resources such as UpToDate and Carlat.
Exclusive Events: Engage with your colleagues through exclusive in-person and virtual events.