PRN PMHNP-BC - Psych NP

Nurse PractitionerNo callPer Diem Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$60-$77/hr

The week · per this posting

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Job Location: Meadowview Behavioral Hospital - Peoria, IL 61615
  • Position Type: Per Diem
  • Salary Range: $60.00 - $77.00 Hourly
  • Travel Percentage: Negligible
  • Job Shift: AnyJOIN OUR TEAM AS A PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER!
  • Status: PRN Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner works in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to perform clinical assessments and develop treatment plans. The team includes psychiatrists, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, mental health technicians, social workers, therapists, and educators. Be able to establish empathy and a person-centered approach to patients. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner can recognize their own limitations and respond effectively to difficult situations. Skillfully work in a self-motivated and independent manner. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with team members and patients. Completes follow-up visits after the initial assessment. Participates in staffing weekly and family sessions as needed. Prescribes pharmacologic interventions as necessary. Reviews all applicable laboratory and diagnostic test results. Consults with the attending psychiatrist when necessary. Makes referrals for further diagnostic psychological or medical testing as needed. As appropriate, communicates with patients, patients’ families, and others to obtain personal and social information pertinent to the patients’ treatment. Prepares documentation in accordance with MBH’s policies and all regulatory and accrediting bodies. Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for: Education: Completion of a Master’s Program (Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner) from an accredited school of nursing. Licensure: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the State of Illinois. Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a psychiatric setting. Additional Skill Requirements: Successful completion of CPR certification and CPI training within 30 days of employment, prior to assisting with restraining procedures. Your Care Matters What we provide for our team: 401(k) + matching 100% company-paid health insurance, or opt out for additional pay 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary Vision insurance Dental insurance 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance Paid time off Paid holidays Cafeteria on site Employee engagement events Employee assistance program Employee recognition program Free parking What sets us apart: Career & training development opportunities Dynamic and inclusive work environment Engaged management team dedicated to your success A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations Disclaimer: Select benefits are available only to full-time positions.

Benefits Are Subject to Change at Meadowview Behavioral Hospital's Discretion

  • Compensation: This is a PRN role, and the expected compensation range is $60-$77 per hr

We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner!

Qualifications

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Meadowview Behavioral Hospital.

To learn more about MBH, visit us at: meadowviewbehavioralhospital.com TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S. Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service ____________ At Meadowview Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team to perform clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for patients. They are responsible for prescribing pharmacologic interventions, reviewing diagnostic test results, and maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with hospital policies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner program and possess current Illinois licensure as a Registered Nurse and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. A minimum of three years of clinical experience in a psychiatric setting is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical assessmentTreatment planningPharmacologic interventionPatient communicationDiagnostic testing reviewPerson-centered careCrisis management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PRN PMHNP-BC - Psych NP at Meadowview Behavioral Hospital 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 14,245 active Nurse Practitioner roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 50% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 26 employers

401k / retirement match
89% this job
Loan repayment
39%
PSLF eligible
32%
CME allowance
18%
Sign-on bonus
14%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 6.4
Better work-life than 50% of Psychiatry (NP) listings

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  • No call

Living in Peoria

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$153k
Typical market rent
$1,266/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.2
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Peoria, IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Meadowview Behavioral Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Peoria, Illinois

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with matching
100% company-paid health insurance
100% company-paid life insurance (2x annual salary)
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays