Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Children's Hospital (Thursday-Sunday)

Nurse PractitionerPart-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$119k-$149k

The week · per this posting · Thursday – Sunday

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 3mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

  • Job Location: Owensboro, KY 42301
  • Position Type: Part Time
  • Education Level: Master's degree
  • Salary Range: $119,000.00 - $149,000.00 Salary/year
  • Travel Percentage: None
  • Job Shift: DayThe PMHNP will provide comprehensive psychiatric care and mental health services to individuals across the lifespan, helping patients manage and overcome mental health disorders. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing conditions, prescribing medications, and developing treatment plans that integrate therapy and other interventions. Why Choose RiverValley Behavioral Health? RiverValley Behavioral Health is now a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), expanding access to high-quality, integrated care in the communities we serve. Join a mission-driven organization committed to clinical excellence, professional growth, and meaningful impact. What Makes This Opportunity Unique Competitive compensation with strong earning potential through productivity incentives Collaborative, team-based model including therapists, care coordinators, case managers, and peer support Balanced caseload expectations with administrative and clinical support Focus on whole-person care through the CCBHC model Mission-driven organization committed to access, quality, and community impact
  • Schedule: Thursday-Sunday Part-time, 32 hours/week Compensation &

Benefits Productivity incentive Comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan options Paid time off and paid holidays Professional development allowance Malpractice coverage Supportive onboarding and ongoing clinical leadership Essential Functions: Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnostic services for patients.

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients, including medication management and therapeutic interventions. Provide psychotherapy and counseling to patients, either individually or in group settings.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and counselors, to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to patient care. Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatments as necessary.

Educate patients and their families on mental health conditions, treatment plans, and coping strategies. Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other regulatory requirements. Participate in case consultations, team meetings, and continuing education programs. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health. Current and valid license to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the state. National certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a PMHNP.

Experience preferred but not required in psychiatric care, preferably in an outpatient or behavioral health setting. Strong understanding of psychiatric medications, therapies, and treatment modalities. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Key Responsibilities

The PMHNP provides comprehensive psychiatric care, including evaluations, diagnosis, and medication management for patients across the lifespan. They collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement holistic treatment plans and provide psychotherapy.

Requirements

Requires a Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health and a valid state license. National certification from the ANCC as a PMHNP is required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Psychiatric EvaluationTreatment PlanningPatient EducationHIPAA ComplianceCollaborative CareCase Consultation

Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 54% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Psychiatry NP by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$119k–$149kPsychiatry NP median $137k (middle half $130k–$152k)82 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$149k in purchasing powerKentucky index 90.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Psychiatry NP listings in Kentucky21 active2,082 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 28% remote · 54% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedKentucky nurse practitioner listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus · 4% offer loan repayment188 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 listings831 in the last 30 days967 the 30 days before (−14%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Psychiatry NP pay trend+1.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Implied production pay~$250k$50/wRVU × 5,000 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), CMS Physician Fee Schedule, WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Psychiatry (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,043 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About RiverValley Behavioral Health

Mental Health Care
Owensboro, KY
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Productivity incentive
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan options
Paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development allowance
Malpractice coverage
Supportive onboarding and ongoing clinical leadership

Living in Owensboro

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$214k≈ 1.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,259/mo≈ 13% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
17 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
88.6
State income tax
Up to 4.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Owensboro, KY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.