Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner 8.7 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Compensation

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Job Description

In this role, you will be assigned to a facility or facilities in your local community, allowing you to build meaningful connections with the individuals you serve.

You will have the opportunity to conduct in-person psychiatric assessments, medication management, and implementing Medicare compliant gradual dose reduction strategies for psychotropic medications.

We understand the importance of geriatric-focused training and continuous professional development, which is why we provide-accredited CEUs and ongoing case consultation with our experienced team of clinicians. We are committed to supporting you every step of the way in your career journey.

At Deer Oaks, we value compassion and reliability in our clinicians. We offer a nationally recognized work environment that provides ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, this is your chance to be part of an organization that prioritizes the psychological and psychiatric well-being of individuals in LTC facilities in the area.

Join our team and enjoy a range of benefits that enhance your work-life balance

and support your career:

  • Freedom to create your own schedule: Monday – Friday, business hours, no rigid start/end times; no on-call or after-hours work required (part-time options available)
  • Administrative overhead (billing, collections, insurance Specialists, etc.) allows you to focus solely on providing high-quality clinical services.
  • Liability Insurance covered at 100% (full-time and part-time)
  • Access to APA-accredited CEUs provided by our clinical experts at no cost to you.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits (offered for some part-time positions)
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan (full-time and part-time)
  • Paid time off, paid holidays, and more!

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments for patients in Long Term Care facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including prescribing and managing psychotropic medications.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate care and optimize outcomes.
  • Monitor and manage chronic mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient visits, treatment plans, and progress notes using electronic medical records (EMR).

Qualifications

  • Current licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP or

PMHNP-BC).

  • A Valid DEA Number

Don't miss this opportunity to contribute your expertise to a respected behavioral health organization. Take the next step in your career and apply today to become a valued member of our team at Deer Oaks.

To explore further information regarding Deer Oaks and potential opportunities with our organization, kindly visit our official website at deeroaks.com.

Please feel free to schedule a telephone call with me by visiting calendly.com, or alternatively, you can reach out to me directly via email at mgonzales@deeroaks.com, or by phone at (210) 993-1024.

Mariah Gonzales

Recruitment Partner

EEO Statement

Deer Oaks is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with federal and applicable state laws and regulations, it is the Company’s policy to grant equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran’s status, marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Psychiatric assessmentPsychotropic medicationGeriatric careTreatment planningInterdisciplinary collaborationMental health assessmentClinical documentationPatient careChronic condition management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Psychiatry (NP) — ranked against 2,035 active Psychiatry (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 125 active listings.

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 62% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Psychiatry NP by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.7 / 10 · top 10% in psychiatry (np)ranked against 2,035 Psychiatry (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPsychiatry NP median $133k (middle half $125k–$192k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Psychiatry NP listings in Texas150 active2,050 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 28% remote · 62% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTexas nurse practitioner listings (all specialties): 16% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 3% offer loan repayment984 active listings, Nov 2026
Psychiatry NP hiring demand#14 of 19 specialtiespostings stay open a median 34 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 884 postings, 1,094 closed
New Psychiatry NP listings848 in the last 30 days992 the 30 days before (−15%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Psychiatry NP pay trend+3.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solutionsilver tier, 72/100Top Employers work-life index125 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,035 Psychiatry (NP) listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
88% this job
CME allowance
53% this job
Sign-on bonus
50%
Loan repayment
3%
Relocation assistance
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 8.7
Among the best 10% of Psychiatry (NP) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,035 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
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About Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution

Mental Health Care
San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule (create your own hours)
No on-call or after-hours work
100% liability insurance covered
APA-accredited CEUs at no cost
Comprehensive healthcare benefits (some part-time)
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays

Living in San Antonio

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$224k
Typical market rent
$1,381/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.7
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.