Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Full Time - Hybrid

Blackbird Health • Pittsburgh, PA

13d • Remote

About The Position

Blackbird Health is a clinician-founded, owned, and operated organization dedicated to providing the best care for children by building the best possible team. We offer virtual and in-person mental health services across Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey, with plans for expansion. Our approach focuses on the whole child, addressing the interconnectedness of the brain, body, and behavior to tackle the root causes of challenges. Every team member is valued, and you will join a collaborative, supportive, and innovative environment focused on the future of pediatric mental health care. If you are passionate about helping children and families and eager to grow your career, Blackbird Health is the place to make a significant impact and help improve mental health care for children.

Requirements

• Ability to work a minimum of 12 hours per week during our peak "after school hours" defined as after 4 pm ET during the week or any time on weekends
• Master's Degree from an accredited nursing program
• PMHNP-BC certification
• At least one year of independent psychiatric experience working under licensure
• Active Pennsylvania PMHNP/CRNP/APN license
• DEA license
• State Prescriptive Authority

Nice To Haves

• Mission-Driven: Passionate about transforming behavioral health for youth and committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate psychiatric care.
• Clinically Excellent: Experience working with children and adolescents as a psychiatric nurse practitioner and practiced independently at the top of your scope for at least one year under licensure.
• Relationship-Focused: Excels at building meaningful connections with patients and families, taking the time to understand their needs, provide education, and create a trusting therapeutic relationship that supports engagement in treatment.
• Collaborative: Thrives in team-based environments and enjoys working alongside psychotherapists, specialists, and interdisciplinary colleagues to deliver integrated, comprehensive care.
• Growth-Oriented: Open to feedback and eager to learn and grow in a supportive clinical community where best practices and professional development are prioritized.

Responsibilities

• Provide Comprehensive Psychiatric Care: Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnoses for children, adolescents, and young adults.
• Develop personalized treatment plans and provide medication management that addresses the unique needs of each patient.
• Build Meaningful Therapeutic Relationships: Spend the necessary time with patients and families to truly understand their experiences, educate them about treatment options, and provide ongoing support.
• Build connection and trust that keeps patients engaged in their care journey.
• Drive Patient Progress & Safety: Monitor patient progress against care goals, adjusting treatment plans as needed to ensure positive outcomes.
• Take the necessary steps to keep patients safe, intervening proactively when concerns arise.
• Collaborate for Integrated Care: Work closely with therapists and other healthcare professionals to create integrated treatment plans that address the whole child.
• Participate in weekly team and supervisory clinical meetings to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
• Educate & Empower Families: Provide consultation and education to patients and their families, helping them understand diagnoses, treatment options, and how to support their child's mental health journey.
• Ensure Clinical Excellence & Compliance: Oversee diagnostic testing including digital and lab results.
• Maintain thorough, HIPAA-compliant records of patient meetings and progress.
• Perform other clinical-related activities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401K (with a company match)
• Employer-paid life insurance coverage
• Generous paid time off
• Opportunities for career growth
• Professional liability insurance covered
• Excellent administrative support
• Supportive, collaborative work culture
• Join a team of intelligent, humble, compassionate, and hardworking professionals who serve as your network for best practices, professional development, and knowledge sharing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level