Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Residency Program - Hybrid

Blackbird Health is a clinician-founded organization dedicated to providing mental health services for children and young adults. They are offering a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Residency Program designed to prepare new graduates for a career in child and adolescent mental healthcare through hands-on experience and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnosis, creating personalized treatment plans for children and adolescents, which may include prescribing medicines and other treatments
• Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals including psychotherapists on an integrated treatment plan and medication management to ensure the best outcomes for patients
• Work from our clinic in Exton, PA up to 3 days a week (as needed)
• Meet with residency cohort & supervisor to discuss progress and challenges on a routine basis
• Provide education and consultation for patients and their families
• Manage diagnostic testing, including digital and lab results
• Participate in weekly team and supervisory clinical meetings
• Maintain thorough records of patient meetings and progress and maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations
• Performs other clinical-related activities as assigned

Skills

• Have national certification of a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
• 12 of your 40 weekly hours are required to be during our peak 'after school hours' defined as after 4 pm ET during the week or any time on a weekend
• Work in person at our Exton, PA clinic up to 3 days a week (as needed)
• Master's degree from an accredited nursing program (PMHNP, Master's in NP) and must have graduated in the last ~12 months or have less than 1 year of work experience as a PMHNP
• Candidates must have an active PMHNP license and DEA in Pennsylvania (or on track to receive it by the time residency begins.)
• Upon successfully completing the requirements of the 12-month residency program, participants will join the Blackbird Clinical Services team for an additional two-year period following their residency for a total commitment of three years

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Starting Day 1: Medical, dental, employer-paid life insurance, and 401k with company match, because your health and future are important to us.
• Generous PTO and Work Life Balance: We know how essential time off is for both personal well-being and professional growth.
• Top-Notch Administrative Support: From credentialing to paperwork, we’ve got you covered so you can focus on what really matters—your patients.
• Room for Professional Growth: Whether your career path involves leadership, specialization, or expansion of your skill set, we’re committed to supporting your growth.

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