Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Agoura Hills, CA
Listed compensation
$155k-$185k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking experienced, communicative, and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners to join our Agoura Hills Clinic. You must have a minimum of at least 2 years of experience practicing as a licensed PMHNP
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct patient visits per accepted practice standards
- Obtain patient histories and perform psychiatric evaluations
- Develop and implement treatment plans in accordance with clinical practice guidelines and protocols
- Build and manage a panel of patients for whom you are the primary psychopharmacologist
- Monitor the effectiveness of therapeutic intervention, assess, and manage patient follow up care
Maintain the Confidentiality of PHI
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for time management, professional relationships, and interpersonal interactions within the job setting
- Maintains continuing educational requirements necessary for licensure and certifications
- Provides appropriate and timely documentation of clinical care ensuring that records are detailed, complete, and comply with related standards and regulations
- This is a full-time role, Monday through Friday- no weekends working onsite at our Agoura Hills, CA location
Qualifications
- Current License as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PMHNP - minimum of 2 years of experience*
- Minimum 2 year of experience with medication management
- Unrestricted license to practice in the State of California
- Strong IV skills
- Possesses a State Controlled Substance License II through V
- Possesses a Federal DEA Certificate II through V
- BLS Certification for Healthcare Providers
- Ability to collaborate and communicate with members of an interdisciplinary care team
- Effective problem-solving and prioritization skills
- Previous experience in a clinical setting
TMS and Ketamine Experience
Must be able to pass an extensive background check including all educational requirements and licensing
Why Work with Us?
At Stella Mental Health, we are committed to fostering a culture of respect, empathy, and collaboration among our team, patients, and partners. We strive to be a leader in delivering patient-centered care that values diversity, promotes equity and inclusion, and improves health outcomes for all. We offer a supportive and rewarding work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of others.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive Total Rewards Package
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- A mission-driven organization that makes a positive impact on people’s lives
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are a motivated and experienced PMHNP with a passion for providing exceptional service, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Medical Specialty
Psychiatry
Experience
PMHNP: 2 year (Required)
License/Certification
- PMHNP (Required)
- DEA License (Required)
- NP license in state of California (Required)
Ability to Commute
Agoura Hills, CA (Required)
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Agoura Hills, CA at Stella Mental Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Nurse Practitioner roles — ranked against 14,135 active Nurse Practitioner roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Stella Mental Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 7 active listings.
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 68% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in nurse practitioner roles | ranked against 14,135 Nurse Practitioner roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $155k–$185k | Psychiatry median $158k (middle half $138k–$180k)34 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$154k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychiatry listings in California | 160 active | 2,266 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 32% remote · 68% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Nurse Practitioner listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 12% offer loan repayment1,129 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Psychiatry pay trend | +2.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Stella Mental Health | silver tier, 70/100 | Top Employers work-life index7 active listings |
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