Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Children

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) – Part-Time (Onsite)

Location: New London, CT

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5:00 PM–10:00 PM (25 hrs/week)

Optional: Saturday shift, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM ( 8 hrs)

Compensation: $70.00/hour

Hiring Incentive: $10,000 total ($5,000 at start, $5,000 after 6 months)

Bilingual Spanish/English Preferred – Significant Pay Differential Offered

About Child and Family Agency (CFA):

Founded in 1972, Child and Family Agency (CFA) has been a trusted leader in behavioral health and social services throughout southeastern Connecticut. Committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care, CFA works to support vulnerable children, adolescents, and families across the region.

“It’s simple: Our employees are our greatest asset and the heart of our organization.”

Position Overview

CFA is seeking a part-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join its Urgent Crisis Center team in New London, CT. The provider will deliver high-quality, onsite psychiatric care to children and youth ages 4–18 in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary setting.

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 PM–10:00 PM, with an optional Saturday shift from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM. The minimum 20-hour weekly schedule qualifies for health benefits, with expanded benefits available at 30 hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and clinical assessments for children and adolescents.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications as clinically indicated.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team rounds, crisis interventions, and discharge planning.
• Document care accurately and efficiently using eClinicalWorks (eCW).
• Ensure compliance with appropriate billing and documentation standards.
• Contribute to agency-wide quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Support marketing and statewide advocacy efforts as needed.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• PMHNP certification and current RN and APRN licenses in the State of Connecticut.
• At least 1 year of post-graduate experience working with child/adolescent psychiatric populations (2 years preferred for those seeking independent practice without a CPA).
• APRNs licensed fewer than 3 years in Connecticut must maintain a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) or be registered for independent practice with the CT Department of Public Health.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Demonstrates the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Thrives in a high-acuity, fast-paced urgent care setting.
• Possesses excellent organizational, diagnostic, and clinical documentation skills.
• Maintains strong knowledge of HIPAA standards and best practices.
  
  

Benefits (for 20 hours/week):

• Medical & Dental Insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.
• Paid winter holiday shutdown week.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Clinical supervision, supportive leadership, and ongoing professional development.
  
  

After-Hours Expectations

After-hours on-call coverage is telephone-only and occurs very infrequently. All calls are initially screened by Clinical Directors, and APRNs are only contacted when absolutely necessary.

All inquiries and conversations are strictly confidential.

Call Bill for more info at 727-804-6748 or e-mail bill@searchonejobs.com.