PRN Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Job Description
Benefits
Competitive salary
We are seeking a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our independent provider group on a PRN basis, completing psychiatric evaluations.
We believe a thoughtful evaluation begins with listening. We’re looking for someone who helps patients feel comfortable, respected, and heard while providing thorough assessments and clear clinical recommendations.
What You’ll Do
Complete psychiatric evaluations, including review of medical, psychiatric, and psychosocial history.
Assess symptoms, mental status, safety concerns, and relevant risk factors.
Develop diagnostic impressions and recommendations for treatment or further assessment.
Communicate findings with referring providers and other members of the care team.
Complete accurate, timely documentation to support continuity of care.
What We’re Looking For
Current nurse practitioner licensure in Tennessee and national certification as a PMHNP.
Strong psychiatric assessment and clinical judgment skills.
A warm, patient-centered approach and clear communication.
Dependability, attention to detail, and timely documentation.
Ability to work independently while remaining connected to a collaborative team.
Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations preferred.
Why Join Us?
As an independent provider group, we value the people doing the work and the patients trusting us with their care. You’ll join a team that shares knowledge, supports one another, and believes excellent care should still feel personal.
Schedule
PRN; evaluation appointments scheduled according to patient needs and mutually agreed availability.
To apply: Please submit your résumé and a brief statement of interest.
Key Responsibilities
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including reviewing medical and psychosocial histories. They will also develop diagnostic impressions and communicate findings to the care team while maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current Tennessee nurse practitioner license and national certification as a PMHNP. Strong clinical judgment, assessment skills, and the ability to work independently are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 60% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Psychiatry median $150k (middle half $137k–$167k)16 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychiatry listings in Tennessee | 61 active | 2,249 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 44% remote · 60% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Tennessee Nurse Practitioner listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 2% offer loan repayment291 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Psychiatry pay trend | +3.3% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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