Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) – Weekend Cont

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) – Weekend Contract


Location: New Haven, CT (Telehealth, in-person option available if preferred)


Schedule: Friday – Sat OR Fri  -- Sun (Flexible shift coverage)


Position Type: Contract / Per Diem


About the Role


We are seeking an experienced, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a dedicated weekend contract role (Friday through Saturday or Friday through Sunday). In this position, you will deliver high-quality psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and clinical oversight to an outpatient population. This position is ideal for an autonomous clinician looking for a structured weekend schedule within a supportive behavioral health setting.


Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and risk reviews.
  
  
• Formulate and execute evidence-based psychopharmacological treatment plans.
  
  
• Provide ongoing medication management and monitor treatment efficacy and outcomes.
  
  
• Maintain prompt, thorough, and compliant clinical documentation in the EMR.
  
  
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary clinical team to coordinate multidisciplinary care pathways.
  
  

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active, unencumbered Connecticut APRN license with PMHNP board certification (PMHNP-BC).
  
  
• Valid CT Controlled Substance Registration (CSR) and DEA license.
  
  
• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience as a PMHNP in an outpatient behavioral health setting.
  
  
• Strong diagnostic acumen, prescriptive practice skills, and independent clinical decision-making.
  
  
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (OPTIONAL)

• Experience or clinical interest in interventional psychiatric modalities (e.g., Spravato®/esketamine protocols or TMS).
  
  

What We Offer

• Highly competitive weekend contract rates.
  
  
• Predictable, focused weekend schedule.
  
  
• Efficient administrative and back-office clinical support.
  
  

To Apply:


Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your clinical experience and weekend availability.

This is a remote position.