Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) / Experienced Psychiatric APRN

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) / Experienced Psychiatric APRN

Location: Northampton, Massachusetts – ON-SITE

Pay: $100–$250 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Facility: Meadow Hill Behavioral Health

Specialty: Adolescent Psychiatry & Residential Mental Health

About Meadow Hill Behavioral Health

Meadow Hill Behavioral Health is a growing residential mental health treatment facility in Northampton, Massachusetts, dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized psychiatric and behavioral healthcare to adolescents ages 12–18.

Our mission is to create a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment where young people can heal, develop healthy coping skills, and build a foundation for long-term success.

We are seeking a highly skilled, compassionate, and experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Nurse Practitioner with extensive psychiatric experience to join our clinical team.

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced psychiatric provider who is passionate about adolescent mental health and wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, psychopharmacology, and medication management, particularly with children and adolescents experiencing complex mental health challenges.

You will work closely with our Medical Director, clinical leadership, on-site nursing staff, therapists, and interdisciplinary treatment team to provide comprehensive psychiatric care to our residents.

This position requires an on-site presence at least 3 days a week at our Northampton, MA facility. It is not a remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnostic reviews.
• Diagnose and manage psychiatric and behavioral health conditions in adolescents.
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications within scope of practice and applicable regulations.
• Develop individualized psychiatric treatment plans in collaboration with the clinical team.
• Conduct ongoing psychiatric follow-ups and medication management visits.
• Evaluate psychiatric symptoms, medication effectiveness, side effects, and treatment progress.
• Collaborate closely with the Medical Director, therapists, nursing staff, and clinical leadership.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and clinical reviews.
• Provide psychiatric guidance and consultation regarding complex patient presentations.
• Support crisis assessment, risk evaluation, and appropriate clinical interventions.
• Communicate with families, guardians, and outside providers as clinically appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Assist in developing and updating psychiatric policies, procedures, and clinical protocols as needed.
• Support quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner/APRN license in good standing.
• National board certification in an appropriate specialty.
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification OR extensive, demonstrable experience in psychiatric care, with appropriate qualifications and authorization to perform the duties of this role.
• Strong experience in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management.
• Excellent clinical judgment and ability to manage complex psychiatric presentations.
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Northampton, Massachusetts.

Strongly Preferred:

• Experience treating children and adolescents.
• Background in residential treatment, inpatient psychiatry, psychiatric hospitals, or other behavioral health settings.
• Experience working with adolescents with complex psychiatric diagnoses.
• Familiarity with psychiatric crisis assessment and stabilization.
• Experience with multidisciplinary treatment planning.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation: $100–$250/hour, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced psychiatric and clinical leadership.
• Collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven work environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to clinical program development and treatment protocols.
• Meaningful work supporting adolescents and families during critical periods of their lives.

Why Join Meadow Hill?

At Meadow Hill, we believe exceptional psychiatric care begins with exceptional clinicians.

We are building a team of dedicated professionals who bring clinical expertise, compassion, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of young people.

We value your experience, welcome your ideas, and believe in giving our providers the support and collaboration needed to deliver outstanding care.

If you are a psychiatric NP or an experienced nurse practitioner with a strong psychiatric background, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to learn more about joining Meadow Hill Behavioral Health in Northampton, Massachusetts.

Pay: $100.00 - $250.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Work Location: In person