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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Health and Wellness (2026-2027) Location: District Wide

@ Jefferson County Public Schools
Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:assessing patients, prescribing medication, coordinating care
Requirements Summary:APRN license in Kentucky (or compact) with prescriptive authority, Master's degree, PMHNP-BC certification, 2 years nursing experience, and effective communication skills.
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    Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Health and Wellness (2026-2027) Location: District Wide JobID: 39875
  • Position Type:
      Student Support Services/Nurse

  • Date Posted:
      6/18/2026

  • Location:
      VARIOUS LOCATIONS

  • Closing Date:
      06/25/2026

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    Job Description: Attached
    Salary Schedule: II, Grade 8 (Attached)
    Work Year: 220 days / 8 hours
    *Subject to Salary Placement Rules*

    Scope of Responsibilities:
    Functions in an expanded psychiatric nurse practitioner role as defined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Provides direct mental health services including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care; prescribes medications as appropriate. Leads district efforts to integrate mental health and substance use prevention and treatment into the school setting. Serves as a bridge between the healthcare and education systems, ensuring students have access to necessary psychiatric, behavioral health, and substance use support. Works with Zone leaders, principals, and interdisciplinary teams to identify and address behavioral health barriers to student learning using data-informed strategies.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Current license as a Certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Practitioner in the State of Kentucky or license recognized by the KY Board of Nursing through the interstate Compact with prescriptive authority.
    • Master's Degree
    • Current Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Certification (PMHNP-BC)
    • Two (2) years of successful nursing experience
    • Effective communication skills

    To Apply:

    1. Complete the online application
    2. Upload a letter of interest
    3. Upload a current resume

       

    ** Information you enter in the Experience section of the online application will be used to verify your qualifications for this position. Information should be entered accurately and completely. 
    ** Falsification of an employment application is grounds for exclusion from consideration and/or termination.