Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Residency Program

Blackbird Health•Allentown, PA

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

Blackbird Health is a clinician-founded, owned, and operated company dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services to children and adolescents. We offer virtual and in-person care 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. We are seeking passionate professionals to join our collaborative and innovative team, aiming to improve pediatric mental health care. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Residency Program is designed to nurture and empower recent graduates or those new to licensure, preparing them to practice as confident specialists in child and adolescent mental healthcare. This 9-12 month program combines clinical experience with didactic learning, providing residents with the tools and support needed for cutting-edge diagnosis and treatment in an interdisciplinary outpatient model. Graduates will have the opportunity to continue their careers at Blackbird Health for at least two years post-residency.

Requirements

Have national certification of a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
12 of your 40 weekly hours are required to be during our peak “after school hours” defined as after 4 pm ET during the week or any time on a weekend.
Work in person at our Allentown, PA clinic up to 3 days a week (as needed)
Master’s degree from an accredited nursing program (PMHNP, Master’s in NP) and must have graduated in the last ~12 months or have less than 1 year of work experience as a PMHNP.
Candidates must have an active PMHNP license and DEA in Pennsylvania (or on track to receive it by the time residency begins.)
Upon successfully completing the requirements of the 12-month residency program, participants will join the Blackbird Clinical Services team for an additional two-year period following their residency for a total commitment of three years.

Nice To Haves

Are mission-driven and excited to change the landscape of behavioral health for youth.
Possess excellent communication skills and love working in a collaborative, team-based environment while working independently.
Are open to feedback and eager to learn and grow in a supportive clinical community.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnosis, creating personalized treatment plans for children and adolescents, which may include prescribing medicines and other treatments
Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals including psychotherapists on an integrated treatment plan and medication management to ensure the best outcomes for patients.
Work from our clinic in Allentown, PA up to 3 days a week (as needed).
Meet with residency cohort & supervisor to discuss progress and challenges on a routine basis
Provide education and consultation for patients and their families.
Manage diagnostic testing, including digital and lab results.
Participate in weekly team and supervisory clinical meetings.
Maintain thorough records of patient meetings and progress and maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations
Performs other clinical-related activities as assigned