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Bristol, Connecticut

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Nurse PractitionerFull-Time Full Practice Authority

Listed compensation

$120k-$142k

The week · per this posting

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Wheeler's vision is that all people will have the opportunity to grow, change and live healthier, productive lives. Our mission is to provide equitable access to innovative care that improves health, recovery and growth at all stages of life.

Position Summary

The Lifespan Psychiatric APRN provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and treatment planning for children, adolescents, and adults. This role collaborates with an integrated care team to support whole-person health and improve outcomes across the lifespan.

The provider will function as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and may provide services within one or more Wheeler programs, and the relative concentration between programs may change with the needs of the agency.

Other staff on-site include: Primary Care providers, Medical Assistants, Care Management staff, front desk staff and behavioral health staff.

  • Genoa Pharmacy and Quest Laboratory on site.
  • PMHNP full-time salary of $120,000-$142,000 based on years of experience.
  • $10,000 sign-on bonus available

Location

Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in Bristol, CT. This is a NHSC approved site eligible for the loan repayment program.

Schedule

Full Time

Qualifications

  • Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician
  • Board Certified PMHNP (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) or Psychiatrist
  • Active DEA Controlled substance registration

Employee Benefits

At Wheeler, we're committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Here's how we invest in you:

Nurture Your Health

  • Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo
  • Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna
  • Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health

Secure Your Future

  • Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • 403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company

Fuel Your Career Growth

  • Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement Program
  • Access training and development opportunities
  • Qualify for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment programs
  • Receive a productivity incentive to recognize your hard work and dedication
  • Receive a $100 annual stipend for scrubs/uniforms
  • Get reimbursed for licensure/certification expenses

Maintain Work-Life Harmony

  • Recharge with generous paid time off, including:
  • 15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge
  • 8 sick days per year for your well-being
  • 2 personal days per year for your personal needs
  • 2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you
  • 9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones
  • Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conducts psychiatric evaluation and formulates accurate diagnoses in accordance with the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM). Manages prescribed medication, performs mental status examinations, develops and presents clear clinical impressions and recommendations that are specific and attainable. Provides therapeutic interventions appropriate to specific problems. Develops and documents clear clinical formulations.

Demonstrates knowledge of psychopathology and other behavioral health concerns and effective modalities of psychotherapeutic intervention. Triages clinical emergencies and implements program specific safety and consultation protocols. Utilizes best practices and evidenced based practice models where appropriate and adheres to model and program expectations.

Demonstrates knowledge of internal and external levels of care, referral processes and resources. Makes clinically appropriate referrals for identified service needs in a timely manner.

Communicates in a positive, effective manner with client, family, and all internal and external providers. Attends any required meetings and supervision.

Meets direct service productivity goals as defined by program. Demonstrates knowledge of program/department/agency goals and target outcomes, and adheres to practice standards and to data collection and reporting protocols.

Documents all client related information in compliance with agency policy.

Attends and is prepared for scheduled supervision. Seeks additional supervision or consultation as needed and follows through with supervisory directives.

Provides service in the office and/or community settings outside of the office (e. g., homes, schools, hospitals, institutions, other community locations) as defined by the program.

Communicates in a professional, positive, and effective manner with all clients, families, and collaborating professionals.

Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.

For More Information Contact

  • Melissa Wagner
  • VP of HR
  • 860-793-7245 mwagner@wheelerclinic.org

Wheeler Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and treatment planning for patients across the lifespan. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary integrated care team to support whole-person health and improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

DSM DiagnosisMental Status ExaminationTriageClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary CollaborationCrisis Management

Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 52% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 5,000 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $50 per wRVU — implying roughly $250k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
61%
Sign-on bonus
55% this job
Relocation assistance
10%
Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Psychiatry (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,009 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Bristol

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$367k≈ 3.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,709/mo≈ 17% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Wheeler

Construction
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical and prescription insurance
Dental and vision insurance
Wellness programs
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
403(b) Plan with company contributions
Education Reimbursement Program
NHSC loan repayment eligibility
Productivity incentive