Inspire Psychiatric
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Carlsbad, California•Full-time
About the Job
Join Our Growing Team at Inspire Psychiatric!
Inspire Psychiatric is growing, and we're excited to welcome a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to our outpatient private practice in January 2027!
At Inspire, we're passionate about providing exceptional, compassionate, and personalized mental health care. We believe that outstanding patient care begins with a collaborative and supportive work environment where providers feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a meaningful difference.
As part of our team, you'll work alongside experienced psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists, and therapists to provide comprehensive, individualized mental health care. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with your patients while providing psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing treatment.
We're looking for more than just a qualified provider. We're seeking someone who is compassionate, enthusiastic, and genuinely invested in the well-being of their patients. Someone who values teamwork, embraces professional growth, and is excited to become an integral part of the Inspire Psychiatric family.
Why You'll Love Working at Inspire Psychiatric
We recognize that providing exceptional patient care requires more than clinical expertise. It also requires a supportive environment where providers have the time, resources, and encouragement to thrive.
At Inspire, we strive to create a workplace where you can enjoy a fulfilling career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Collaborative & Supportive Team: Work alongside knowledgeable, compassionate colleagues who value teamwork, communication, and shared clinical expertise.
- Dedicated Administrative Time: Our providers have scheduled administrative time to complete documentation, manage patient needs, and attend to other clinical responsibilities.
- Gradual Caseload Development: We support a thoughtful transition into the practice, allowing you to gradually build your patient caseload rather than immediately taking on a full schedule.
- Hybrid Work Flexibility: Enjoy a combination of in-person and telehealth appointments.
- Professional Growth & Development: We encourage continuing education, professional development, and opportunities to expand your clinical interests and expertise.
- Comprehensive Administrative Support: Our administrative team assists with scheduling, patient coordination, insurance-related matters, and other operational responsibilities so you can focus on patient care.
What Makes an Ideal Inspire Psychiatric Provider?
We're looking for someone who shares our commitment to exceptional patient care and a positive, collaborative workplace.
- Strong Clinical Knowledge & Critical Thinking: You have a solid foundation in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment. You're a thoughtful, independent thinker who uses sound clinical judgment to develop individualized treatment plans.
- A Genuine Team Player: You value collaboration, communicate openly, and enjoy contributing to a supportive environment where colleagues learn from and help one another.
- Open to Feedback & Professional Growth: You welcome constructive feedback, seek opportunities to strengthen your clinical skills, and recognize that continuous learning is essential to providing excellent care.
- Compassionate & Patient-Centered: You build meaningful therapeutic relationships, listen attentively, and recognize the importance of understanding each patient's unique experiences, challenges, and goals.
- Confident in Your Clinical Responsibilities: Whether you're an experienced provider or newer to the profession, you understand the importance of clinical accountability, independent critical thinking, thorough assessments, and thoughtful treatment decisions. You also recognize when collaboration or consultation is appropriate.
- Passionate About Psychiatry: You genuinely enjoy working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges and are committed to staying current with psychiatric research, treatment recommendations, and best practices.
Above all, we're seeking someone who wants to be part of a team, takes pride in providing excellent care, and is excited to grow with Inspire Psychiatric.
Position Details:
- Full-Time Position with a Flexible Schedule: Our full-time providers typically work approximately 32–35 hours per week, including around 28 hours of direct patient care and 5–8 hours of dedicated administrative time. Most providers see patients four days per week, allowing for a balanced and manageable schedule.
- Gradual Patient Caseload Build-Up: We understand the importance of transitioning comfortably into a new practice. New providers may have the opportunity to begin with approximately two days per week during their first month, gradually increasing their schedule as their patient caseload grows.
- Competitive Compensation Package: We offer competitive compensation that reflects your experience, qualifications, and contributions to our team. Additional details are available upon inquiry.
- Hybrid Work Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of providing care both in person and remotely, combining face-to-face patient visits with telehealth appointments.
- Work-Life Balance: We believe that supporting our providers is essential to delivering outstanding patient care. Our scheduling structure is designed to provide time for meaningful patient interactions, clinical documentation, and personal well-being.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Current, active license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in California.
- Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
- Master's or Doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited program.
- Strong clinical skills in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based medication management.
- Ability to establish effective therapeutic relationships with patients and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
- Excellent communication, organization, and clinical documentation skills.
- Commitment to ethical practice, patient safety, professional accountability, and ongoing education.
- Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain one.
Required Qualifications:
- At least two years of clinical experience in psychiatry or mental health.
- Previous outpatient psychiatric or private practice experience.
- Experience providing psychiatric care across a diverse patient population.
We value clinical experience, but we also recognize the importance of professional potential, a strong work ethic, and an eagerness to learn. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who share our values and commitment to exceptional care.
Compensation & Benefits:
We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally.
Our benefits package includes:
- Competitive compensation.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Professional liability insurance.
- DEA registration renewal reimbursement.
- Collaborative physician support.
- Continuing education and professional growth opportunities.
- Comprehensive administrative support.
- Hybrid scheduling flexibility.
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
About Inspire Psychiatric
Inspire Psychiatric is an outpatient psychiatric private practice serving individuals in Carlsbad, California, and the surrounding communities.
Our mission is to provide exceptional, compassionate, and individualized mental health care in an environment built on trust, understanding, and respect.
We believe that every patient deserves to feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their mental health journey. Our approach emphasizes thoughtful, evidence-based treatment, meaningful therapeutic relationships, and collaboration among providers.
We are equally committed to creating a positive and supportive workplace where our team members feel appreciated, encouraged, and proud of the care they provide.
We value diversity and are dedicated to providing inclusive, culturally sensitive care to individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and life experiences.
Ready to Grow With Us?
If you're a compassionate, motivated psychiatric nurse practitioner who values exceptional patient care, professional growth, and a collaborative team environment, we would love to hear from you!
Learn more about our practice at www.inspirepsychiatric.com.
To Apply:
Please email your CV and a letter of interest to admin@inspirepsychiatric.com.
We look forward to learning more about you and the possibility of welcoming you to the Inspire Psychiatric team!