Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Outpatient

Job ID: RQ00002121
Derby, CT
Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatry
Permanent/Full-Timeoutpatient

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner – Outpatient & IOP (Ample Support Team)

Derby, CT | Full-Time, Monday to Friday

About the Opportunity

Join a respected community health organization located just a short drive from New Haven, CT. This role offers the opportunity to provide patient-centered psychiatric care in both outpatient and intensive outpatient (IOP) settings. The organization is committed to enhancing patient experiences by integrating clinical best practices and a collaborative care model.

Position Overview

As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you will collaborate with a dedicated treatment team to manage medications and conduct initial evaluations. You will work closely with a team of Psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and case managers, all supported by administrative staff. This role does not require rigid time constraints for assessments, allowing you to focus on quality care.

Position Highlights

  • Collaborative work environment with a multi-disciplinary team
  • Flexible assessment and medication management schedules
  • Integration of psychiatric services into primary care
  • No weekend or on-call requirement
  • Patient-centered care philosophy
  • Located near vibrant New Haven and Fairfield County
  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $125,000 - $145,000
  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life and disability insurance
  • On-site fitness center for employees
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time
  • Tuition assistance
  • Ideal Candidate

    We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who values patient-centered care and thrives in a team-based environment. The ideal candidate will be skilled in medication management and possess a collaborative spirit.

    Next Steps

    If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in psychiatric care, we encourage you to apply. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews to discuss this exciting opportunity further.

    Compensation context

    Posted range on this job
    $125k–$150k
    Median psychiatric nurse practitioner midpoint, nationwide
    $150,000
    30 openings with a range
    Median midpoint in Connecticut
    $155,000
    6 openings with a range

    Figures are posted ranges on current searches, recomputed hourly, not survey estimates. See psychiatric nurse practitioner salary by state →

    Frequently asked questions

    Is this Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Outpatient position in Derby, Connecticut still open?
    Yes. This page comes from a live search MedStaff Nationwide is running for a client, and it is taken down the day the position fills. The search was posted on July 7, 2026.
    What does this psychiatric nurse practitioner job pay?
    The employer attached a range of $125k–$150k to this search. A posted range is the starting point, not the offer; sign-on, loan repayment, relocation, and CME are negotiated on top. For context, the median posted midpoint across 30 current psychiatric nurse practitioner openings nationwide is $150,000.
    Is there a fee to apply through MedStaff Nationwide?
    No. The hiring organization pays our fee, never you. You work with one recruiter for the whole search, and nothing is sent to the employer without your permission.
    How long does it take to get licensed in Connecticut?
    APRN licensure and scope-of-practice rules vary by state, including Connecticut's requirements for prescriptive authority and collaborative agreements. Your MedStaff recruiter helps you navigate Connecticut board requirements and credentialing timelines before you start.
    What happens after I apply?
    The recruiter running this search calls you, usually within one business day, to confirm fit, answer the questions the posting leaves out, and set up the first interview if you want to move forward.