Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) PT
Company: Perimeter Healthcare
Location: Springfield
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
About Perimeter Behavioral Health Perimeter Behavioral Health is
one of the leading behavioral healthcare providers in the country,
serving children, and adolescents. We deliver hope through
comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs across several
states and care settings. Our programs include inpatient acute
treatment; all delivered with a commitment to our core values: ·
Compassion · Accountability · Respect · Empowerment Perimeter
Behavioral Hospital of Springfield is a acute treatment facility
providing care to children and adolescents. Located in Springfield,
MO, Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield’s goal is to
provide a responsive healing environment for patients and to
inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing
the best care to every patient through integrated clinical
practice, education, and compassion. Role Overview As a Psychiatric
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Perimeter Behavioral Health,
you'll provide specialized psychiatric care to children and
adolescents in our behavioral health programs. This role combines
advanced clinical expertise with compassionate patient care to
support our young patients' mental health needs. Key
Responsibilities Clinical Care · Conduct psychiatric evaluations
and assessments · Develop and implement treatment plans · Prescribe
and manage psychiatric medications · Monitor patient progress and
treatment outcomes · Provide crisis intervention when needed
Collaborative Practice · Work closely with interdisciplinary
treatment team · Consult with psychiatrists and medical staff ·
Coordinate care with therapists and nurses · Engage with families
in treatment planning · Partner with community providers
Documentation & Quality · Maintain accurate electronic health
records · Document clinical decisions and treatment rationales ·
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements · Participate in
quality improvement initiatives · Monitor patient outcomes Required
Qualifications Education & Certification · Master of Science in
Nursing with Psychiatric emphasis · Board Certification as
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner · Active [STATE] PMHNP license ·
Current DEA license preferred Clinical Background · Focus areas: o
Child/Adolescent Psychiatry o Mental Health o Pediatric Care
Preferred Experience · 1-2 years psychiatric nursing experience
with children/adolescents · Inpatient psychiatric care background ·
Experience with crisis intervention · Knowledge of evidence-based
psychiatric practices Professional Competencies · Strong diagnostic
skills · Excellence in medication management · Crisis assessment
abilities · Cultural competency · Family-centered care approach ·
Team collaboration What We Offer Clinical Environment · Supportive
medical team · Evidence-based practice setting · Focus on quality
care · Professional autonomy · Collaborative atmosphere
Comprehensive Benefits · Competitive salary · Medical/Dental/Vision
coverage · Malpractice insurance · CME allowance · Professional
development support · 401(k) with company match · Paid time off ·
Life insurance Growth Opportunities · Leadership development ·
Clinical specialization · Research participation · Teaching
opportunities · Professional networking Work Setting · Inpatient
behavioral health facility · Child/Adolescent focus ·
Multidisciplinary environment · State-of-the-art facilities
Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer
committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees
can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless
of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy,
gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability
status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state, or local laws. INDSF
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