Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Listed compensation
$45/hour
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Salary is $45.00 per hour
Part-Time position working 14 hours per week
In center position; Work schedule: (2) 8 hour days per week between Monday and Thursday reoccurring weekly
Easterseals Florida is seeking a compassionate, professional and dynamic Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) providing outpatient comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management services for children, adolescents, and/or adults experiencing mental health and behavioral health conditions.
As part of a nonprofit community behavioral health organization, the PMHNP works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, trauma-informed, evidence-based, and family-centered care to diverse and underserved populations.
What We Offer
- Professional Training Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Work Life Balance
- The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization
A Snapshot of What You’ll Do
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
- Diagnosing mental and behavioral health conditions using DSM-5-TR criteria
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with Florida APRN and DEA regulations
- Provide psychoeducation to youth and caregivers on diagnoses and treatment options
- Collaborate with therapists, case managers, primary care providers, and community partners
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in the EHR
- Support crisis assessments and stabilization planning as needed
- Participate in case staffing, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
- Board Certified PMHNP (PMHNP-BC) with active, unrestricted Florida APRN license and DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
- Experience working with children and adolescents preferred
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric disorders and psychopharmacology, particularly for youth
- Skilled in diagnostic assessment, medication management, and treatment planning
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care and strengths-based approaches
- Excellent communication, documentation, and time-management skills
- Proficient in EHR systems and knowledgeable of HIPAA, Medicaid, and compliance requirements
Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 – 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities.
Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.
Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP).
Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.
Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: info.flclearinghouse.com.
Key Responsibilities
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnose mental health conditions, and manage psychotropic medications for children, adolescents, and adults. They will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans and provide trauma-informed care within a community behavioral health setting.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Easter Seals Florida a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Psychiatry nurse practitioner listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 42% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $94k | Psychiatry median $153k (middle half $146k–$172k)313 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$91k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychiatry listings in Florida | 116 active | 2,206 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 58% remote · 42% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Psychiatry pay trend | +2.2% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$94k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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