Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Guidelight Health • Denver, CO

13d • $55 - $82 • Onsite

About The Position

Guidelight Health is a behavioral healthcare company providing PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) and IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program) services. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, medication management, and therapeutic support to patients enrolled in these programs, collaborating with psychiatrists, therapists, and other clinicians to support holistic care.

This is a part-time, fully benefits-eligible W-2 position that is 100% onsite in Denver, Colorado. Clinical hours are ideally Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. MST, with one hour of rounds and one hour of direct supervision with the psychiatrist each week. Hours are expected to increase as the patient census grows. The position reports to the Executive Director.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program.
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) or Physician Assistant.
• Current, unrestricted state licensure as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• At least one year of experience prescribing medication.
• Strong knowledge of mental health diagnoses, psychiatric medications, and treatment modalities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural competence.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Compassionate, empathetic, patient-focused approach to care.
• Ability to manage complex cases and respond effectively to crisis situations.
• Willingness to provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians if eligible based on licensure status and state regulations.
• A winning mentality.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a behavioral health setting, including PHP and/or IOP.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, including intake assessments, for patients in the PHP/IOP programs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on psychiatric assessment findings.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, monitoring for effectiveness and side effects.
• Provide ongoing medication management and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Coordinate patient care with therapists, social workers, and other team members.
• Provide crisis intervention and support when needed, particularly in a PHP/IOP setting.
• Participate in clinical team meetings, case reviews, and treatment planning discussions.
• Document patient interactions and treatment in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication management.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards for psychiatric services.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based practices and advancements in psychiatric care.
• If eligible based on licensure status and applicable state regulations, provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians in accordance with organizational standards and state-specific supervisory requirements.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• HealthJoy unlimited therapy.
• UHC wellness program.
• HSA/FSA options.
• Pet insurance.
• Responsible PTO for full-time and part-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Licensing fees covered, including opportunities for cross-licensure when applicable.
• Annual stipend for tuition reimbursement, ongoing education, or CEUs.
• Structured clinical supervision toward licensure for pre-licensed clinicians.
• Clinical supervision for clinicians grounded in the company’s PHP/IOP curriculum.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time