PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER PMHNP
Listed compensation
$70-$100/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our multidisciplinary mental health team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions to diverse patient populations.
Your expertise will help improve mental health outcomes, promote recovery, and support overall well-being across various care settings. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through innovative psychiatric care and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including patient history, mental status exams, and risk assessments.
Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications in accordance with clinical guidelines and patient needs.
Provide psychotherapy and counseling tailored to individual or group settings, utilizing evidence-based approaches.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive treatment plans.
Manage patient care across multiple settings such as outpatient clinics, inpatient units, assisted living facilities, or telehealth platforms.
Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, medication management, and coping strategies.
Document all clinical encounters accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
Qualifications
Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
English language proficiency is required for all clinical documentation, patient communication, and team collaboration. Arabic /Dari/Farsi language skills are strongly preferred but not required
- Proven experience in behavioral health, including managing patients with complex psychiatric conditions.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks for documentation and patient management.
- Knowledge of psychopharmacology, medication administration protocols, and monitoring for adverse effects.
Experience working with diverse populations including children, geriatrics, individuals with developmental disabilities or memory care needs.
Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments involving vital signs, mental status exams, and physiological evaluations.
Strong communication skills for effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and engaging patients effectively.
Additional preferred skills include experience with telehealth platforms; familiarity with CPT coding; knowledge of Workers' Compensation law; expertise in acute pain management; proficiency in medical documentation standards; experience in hospital medicine or ICU settings; familiarity with infection control practices; and understanding of ICD coding systems such as ICD-10.
Join us if you’re passionate about advancing mental health care through innovative practices and compassionate service! We value energetic professionals dedicated to making a positive impact on individuals’ lives while fostering a collaborative team environment that supports your growth and success.
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, 38% are remote, 50% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $146k–$208k | Psychiatry median $172k (middle half $151k–$221k)49 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$160k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychiatry listings in California | 154 active | 2,206 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 38% remote · 50% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Psychiatry pay trend | +2.2% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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