Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Part Time - Hybrid

Blackbird Health•Easton, PA

4d•Hybrid

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 expansion into new markets planned for 2026. Our approach focuses on the whole child, examining the interplay of the brain, body, and behavior to address the root causes of challenges. Every team member is valued, and you will join a collaborative, supportive, and innovative team committed to advancing pediatric mental health care. If you are passionate about helping children and families and eager to grow your career, Blackbird Health offers a platform to make a significant impact and contribute to improving 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
This is a clinical partnership relationship with Lafayette College, you will be hybrid with 1 day per week onsite at the college.
Master's Degree from an accredited nursing program, PMHNP-BC certification, and at least one year of independent psychiatric experience working under licensure
Active Pennsylvania PMHNP/CRNP/APN license, DEA license, and State Prescriptive Authority

Nice To Haves

Mission-Driven: You are passionate about transforming behavioral health for youth and committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate psychiatric care.
Clinically Excellent: You have experience working with children and adolescents as a psychiatric nurse practitioner and have practiced independently at the top of your scope for at least one year under licensure. You bring clinical expertise with a warm, patient-centered approach.
Relationship-Focused: You excel 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: You thrive in team-based environments and love working alongside psychotherapists, specialists, and interdisciplinary colleagues to deliver integrated, comprehensive care.
Growth-Oriented: You are 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.