Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Adolescent Residential Treatment
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Job Type: Full-Time (In-Person)
Compensation: $145,000 - $166,400
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our Columbus residential treatment team serving adolescent males. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of youth while working alongside a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering trauma-informed, evidence-based care.
Position Summary
The PMHNP provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management, treatment planning, and ongoing psychiatric care for adolescents residing in a residential treatment setting.
The population served commonly presents with:
- ADHD
- Anxiety Disorders
- Depressive Disorders
- Trauma-Related Disorders
- Behavioral Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Co-occurring Mental Health Needs
The PMHNP plays a critical role in supporting youth who have experienced trauma, abuse, family instability, and other significant emotional and behavioral challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
- Develop, implement, and oversee individualized psychiatric treatment plans
- Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications using evidence-based practices
- Provide ongoing psychiatric follow-up, medication reviews, and clinical consultation
- Collaborate closely with therapists, nurses, case managers, and other treatment team members
- Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning meetings
- Provide clinical leadership during psychiatric crises and support safety planning efforts
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
- Communicate effectively with families, legal guardians, referral sources, hospitals, and community providers
- Support a trauma-informed and therapeutic treatment environment
Qualifications
Required
- Master's or Doctoral Degree in Nursing with a Psychiatric-Mental Health specialization
- Active Ohio APRN licensure
- Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
- Active DEA registration and prescribing authority
- Experience working with children and/or adolescents in a behavioral health setting
- Strong psychiatric assessment, communication, and clinical documentation skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment
Preferred
- Experience in residential treatment, inpatient psychiatry, crisis stabilization, PHP, or IOP settings
- Experience providing psychiatric care to adolescents with complex behavioral health needs
- Knowledge of Medicaid and behavioral health regulations
- Experience utilizing trauma-informed and evidence-based treatment approaches
- Experience working with youth involved in child welfare, foster care, or juvenile justice systems
- Experience conducting suicide risk assessments and safety planning
- Bilingual abilities
Requirements
- Active Ohio APRN License
- PMHNP-BC Certification
- Active DEA Registration
- Valid Driver's License
- Minimum age of 21
- Ability to work onsite in Columbus, Ohio
- Ability to obtain and maintain all required background clearances
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
Work Location
This is a full-time, in-person position located in Columbus, Ohio.
Apply Today
If you are a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner passionate about supporting adolescents with complex behavioral health needs, we encourage you to apply. Join DTAC and become part of a team dedicated to helping youth build healthier futures through compassionate, evidence-based care.
