Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Inspire Psychiatric•Carlsbad, CA

29d•Hybrid

About The Position

Inspire Psychiatric is hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for its outpatient private practice in Carlsbad, California, with an anticipated start in January 2027. The provider will work with psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists, and therapists to deliver comprehensive, individualized mental health care, including psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing treatment. The practice emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered care and collaborative work with colleagues. This is a full-time position with a flexible hybrid schedule, typically about 32–35 hours per week: approximately 28 hours of direct patient care and 5–8 hours of dedicated administrative time. Most providers see patients four days per week. New providers may begin at approximately two days per week during their first month and increase their schedule as their caseload develops. Administrative support is provided for scheduling, patient coordination, insurance matters, and other operational responsibilities. Compensation is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and contributions; further details are available upon inquiry.

Requirements

Current, active California Nurse Practitioner license.
Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
Master's or doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited program.
At least two years of clinical experience in psychiatry or mental health.
Previous outpatient psychiatric or private-practice experience.
Experience providing psychiatric care to a diverse patient population.
Strong clinical skills in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based medication management.
Ability to establish effective therapeutic relationships and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
Excellent communication, organization, and clinical documentation skills.
Commitment to ethical practice, patient safety, professional accountability, and ongoing education.
Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

Interest in continuing education, professional development, and expanding clinical interests and expertise.
Openness to constructive feedback and continuous learning.
A collaborative, team-oriented approach and enthusiasm for contributing to a supportive workplace.

Responsibilities

Provide psychiatric evaluations and assessments.
Diagnose mental health conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
Provide evidence-based medication management and ongoing treatment.
Build therapeutic relationships with patients and deliver compassionate, patient-centered care.
Collaborate and communicate with other healthcare professionals and colleagues, consulting when appropriate.
Complete clinical documentation and manage related patient-care responsibilities during dedicated administrative time.
Maintain clinical accountability, ethical practice, and patient safety.
Stay current with psychiatric research, treatment recommendations, and best practices.