Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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 of our outpatient clinic, 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
• Our pay range starts at $130,000 annually and based on experience.

The BasePoint Difference – Our Core Values

Courage to Solve – We face challenges head-on, taking responsibility for solutions and acting with integrity.

Spirit of Grit – We bring perseverance, endurance, and passion to everything we do even when it isn’t easy.

WWIWFMF (“What Would I Want for My Family”) – We deliver the kind of care we’d want for our own loved ones, ensuring the highest standard of excellence.

Tend to Your Roses – We practice servant leadership, caring deeply for our people so they can flourish and thrive.