Are you a passionate behavioral health nurse practitioner who thrives on making a lasting impact on the lives of adolescents, young adults, and their families?
BasePoint is seeking a PMHNP to join the launch of our brand-new outpatient behavioral health clinic in North Richland Hills, Texas. This is a rare opportunity to become a founding clinical team member, helping shape the patient experience, influence clinic culture, and establish best practices as we expand access to high-quality behavioral health care across Texas.
Why work for BasePoint?
At BasePoint, we believe every teen and young adult deserves hope, healing, and a future filled with possibilities. Our mission is to empower individuals and families through compassionate, evidence-based care that is grounded in both clinical excellence and human connection.
When you join our team, you become part of a culture built on resilience, servant leadership, and a deep commitment to those we serve.
What You’ll Do:
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides direct psychiatric care within BasePoint’s PHP/IOP programs. The role requires clinical leadership, documentation, flexibility, and patient/family engagement in line with BasePoint’s mission and standards.
Key Responsibilities:
· Conduct psychiatric evaluations within 48 hours of admission, in collaboration with support staff and under physician supervision.
· Develop and manage individualized care plans with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
· Prescribe and manage medications within scope and in accordance with the Prescriptive Authority QA Plan.
· Participate in monthly supervision meetings and maintain logs of reviewed charts and consultations.
· Respond to psychiatric emergencies and collaborate with the treatment team to support crisis resolution.
· Attend and participate in weekly care coordination meetings and treatment planning sessions.
· Coordinate care with therapists, medical staff, support staff, and external providers or family members.
· Document patient encounters to support medical necessity and PHP/IOP level of care billing requirements.
· Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and preventive care.
· Utilize evidence-based practice to guide clinical decisions and adapt care as needed.
· Contribute to performance improvement initiatives and support quality and safety goals.
· Participate in the development and revision of clinical policies, protocols, and standards.
· Serve as a clinical resource, consultant, and advocate for patients and staff.
· Stay current on psychiatric best practices and maintain ongoing professional development.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Master of Science in Nursing with Psychiatric/Mental Health focus from an accredited university.
Experience: Minimum 2 years of outpatient mental health experience preferred.
Licensure: Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Texas Board of Nursing. Current PMHNP license and DEA license issued by the Texas Board of Nursing and DEA respectively.
What We Offer:
· Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
· 401(k)
· Life Insurance + AD&D
· Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
· Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
· Employee Assistance Program
· Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 7 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays
· A culture of growth, recognition, and celebration
What We Offer:
· Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
· 401(k)
· Life Insurance + AD&D
· Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
· Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
· Employee Assistance Program
· Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 7 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays
· A culture of growth, recognition, and celebration
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Work Location: In person
