behavioral health nurse practitioner

Post Acute Behavioral Health

Are you passionate about improving access and quality to behavioral health care for seniors and medically complex patients?Many patients living in skilled nursing and senior living communities struggle with depression, anxiety, dementia-related behaviors, and other psychiatric conditions, but are unable to safely get out to see a psychiatrist.At Post Acute Behavioral Health, our mission is simple: bring high-quality psychiatric care and behavioral health services directly to patients who need it most.We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or experienced Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner to join our growing team serving patients in skilled nursing facilities and senior living communities.If you want to practice medicine where your work truly improves patients&rsquo; quality of life, this role offers that opportunity every day.Position SummaryThe Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and behavioral health care to patients in skilled nursing and senior living settings. The provider works closely with facility leadership, interdisciplinary teams, and primary care providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care.Responsibilities<ul><li>Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits</li><li>Diagnose and treat behavioral health conditions including depression, anxiety, and dementia-related behaviors</li><li>Provide medication management and treatment planning</li><li>Accept patient referrals from facility staff and medical providers</li><li>Coordinate care with attending physicians, primary care providers, and interdisciplinary teams</li><li>Participate in care planning and discharge planning</li><li>Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly</li><li>Order and interpret diagnostic testing when appropriate (labs, imaging, EKGs)</li><li>Provide education to patients, families, and nursing staff regarding behavioral health conditions</li><li>Comply with all applicable federal, state, and regulatory standards</li></ul>QualificationsRequired<ul><li>Licensed Nurse Practitioner</li><li>Active state license and DEA (or ability to obtain)</li><li>Minimum 2 years psychiatric or behavioral health experience</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>PMHNP certification (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner)</li><li>Experience in skilled nursing, geriatrics, post-acute care, or senior living</li><li>Experience treating geriatric psychiatric conditions</li></ul>Why Join UsThis role offers the opportunity to practice meaningful psychiatry with a population that often lacks access to behavioral health care.Your work will help patients:<ul><li>Stabilize mental health conditions</li><li>Improve quality of life</li><li>Reduce unnecessary hospitalizations</li><li>Receive compassionate care in the place they live</li></ul>Simply put: your work here makes an immediate and visible difference.Job TypeFull-time / Part-timePay: $145,000.00 - $170,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Plainview

<div>**In person required - telehealth options when needed** 
ATTENTION PMHNP, COME JOIN A COMPANY WITH INPATIENT FACILITIES THAT POSSESSES OVER 20 YEARS OF INPATIENT EXPERIENCE AS OPERATORS 


The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) works under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Director and in close coordination with other clinic personnel. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides Behavioral/Medical care to clinic patients including examination, diagnosis and treatment, with referral to specialists or hospitals where indicated.

Role Functions:
<ul>
<li>Diagnosing, conducting, and prescribing medications for patients having psychiatric-mental health problems.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Responsible for providing emergency psychiatric services, physician and psycho-social examinations of their patients.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Developing appropriate treatment plan and providing effective management of patient care with proper evaluation.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Consulting with patients and families having multiple and complex disorders; and working in a collaborative and integrative roles with primary healthcare providers.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Performing invasive procedures.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Educating patients on positive health promoting lifestyle choices and diseases, injury and illness prevention.</li></ul> 


Minimum Qualification

Education: Master of Science Degree in Nursing with concentration in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner required.

Experience: Must be licensed as a Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to practice in the State of Louisiana, as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Obtain the medical education required to maintain certification or licensure.

Certification: Mental Health NP

In Person and Telehealth roles.

Excellent pay and benefits, role flexibility!</div>

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - IN PERSON REQUIRED

Charter Health PC

Welcome to Charter Health! Our medical practice continues to grow in the Boston metro area. In 2025 we successfully launched our Behavioral Health service and are experiencing high demand to expand the service. We seek a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our behavioral health service in the North Shore Boston area. The position offers a mix of in-person and telehealth visits for our adult patients in primary care and long-term facilities.Charter Health is a member of Mass General Brigham Community Physicians. We use the electronic medical record EPIC for documentation, prescribing, and coordinating care with other providers in in the health system.Our team of physicians, nurse practitioners and licensed social workers work together to provide medical and behavioral health services. The post-acute team manages the medical and psychiatric care of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care residents in skilled nursing facilities (SNF).At Charter you will enjoy working with a collaborative group committed to their work and purpose. Our salary and benefits are generous, with our full-time providers earning above the 75th percentile for salaries in the greater Boston area. Charter's benefits include an automatic 401K contribution, health, dental and vision insurance, and short-and long-term disability insurance.Responsibilities<ul><li>Review psychiatric and medical histories, hospital discharge summaries and other documents in order to develop an effective plan of care.</li><li>Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop, implement and monitor treatment plans.</li><li>Collaborate with clinical social workers providing psychotherapy.</li><li>Order and interpret diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays, etc.) and follow up results in a timely manner with our patients.</li><li>Educate patients and families about their health conditions and medications.</li><li>Communicate effectively with nursing staffs, physicians, and other professionals who are working with us to care for our patients.</li></ul>Experience and Other Characteristics<ul><li>2 years of clinical experience in adult psychiatry is required.</li><li>A commitment to provide excellent care and service to patients.</li><li>Strong communication and collaboration skills to support our team based culture.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Master's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>NP work: 2 years (Required)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Salem, MA 01970: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric

The Blanchard Institute

<div>Hours: PRN role up to 20 hours per week; occasional weekend coverage. 
The Blanchard Institute is a family-centered behavioral health treatment center, specializing in mental health and substance use disorders. We are committed to delivering clinically sophisticated, evidence-based care while integrating the family system into the healing process. With a focus on whole-person wellness, same-day access to care, and long-term recovery outcomes, our work is rooted in compassion, integrity, and measurable impact for the individuals and families we serve. 
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner delivers primary and specialty patient care, assessing needs, creating and managing personal care plans, and advocating for patients and partners within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure quality outcomes for our clients. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner are responsible for assessing and diagnosing patients, prescribing medications, and managing health conditions. You will have the opportunity to educate clients on how to make healthy lifestyle choices. This is a high-impact, patient-facing role which involves delivering compassionate and empathetic in-person, telephonic and video-based (telehealth) patient engagement and monitoring. As part of an interdisciplinary team, The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will collaborate with professionals to provide a comprehensive plan of care, comply with all regulatory and safety standards, and participate in quality improvement and staff education initiatives. 
Required Qualifications 
<ul>
<li>
Master&rsquo;s degree or Doctorate in Nursing Practice from an accredited institution required.</li>
<li>At least two years&rsquo; experience as a Nurse Practitioner</li>
<li>Experience in substance use disorders (SUDs) and/or mental health</li>
<li>Current state licensure</li>
<li>Board Certified PMHNP</li>
<li>Controlled Substance / DEA Certification</li>
<li>First Aid / CPR Certification</li>
<li>CPI Certification</li></ul> 


Benefits 
<ul>
<li>
Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence</li>
</ul><ul><li>Professional Development Reimbursement</li>
</ul><ul><li>Multiple health plan design options</li>
</ul><ul><li>Dental and Vision plans</li>
</ul><ul><li>Healthcare FSA</li>
</ul><ul><li>Company paid Life Insurance, AD&amp;D and STD</li>
</ul><ul><li>Voluntary supplemental life insurance</li>
</ul><ul><li>Optional Critical Illness, Hospital and Accident coverage</li>
</ul><ul><li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
</ul><ul><li>Paid Holidays</li>
</ul><ul><li>Paid Time Off</li></ul> 


Plus additional benefits coming Summer 2026! 
The Blanchard Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees are hired on the basis of merit and their ability to perform a particular job. It is the policy of The Blanchard Institute to provide equal employment to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or related conditions, citizenship, military or veteran status, or status in any group protected by federal, state or local laws (&ldquo;Protected Group&rdquo;). 

The Company is committed to a drug-free workplace. All offers of employment are expressly conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background check in accordance with applicable law. 
The Blanchard Institute participates in E-Verify.</div>

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) PRN

Senior Psych Care

<div>Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - MUST BE LICENSED IN OKLAHOMA 
SIGNING BONUS AVAILABLE 
Locations: Lawton, OK State Veteran Home 
Full-Time or Part-Time 


Advance Your Career in a Collaborative, Mission-Driven Mental Health Team

Are you a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with a passion for mental health care? Join Senior PsychCare (SPC) &ndash; one of the fastest-growing behavioral health organizations in Oklahoma and surrounding states. You will work in a supportive, team-based environment with flexibility, clinical support from industry-recognized psychiatrists, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of nursing home and assisted living residents. 


About Us

Senior PsychCare provides collaborative behavioral health services to residents in long-term care facilities. Our multidisciplinary teams include Board-Certified Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Physicians Assistants, Licensed Psychologists, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers/Licensed Professional Counselors/Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists. We focus on continuity of care&mdash;not triage&mdash;ensuring our patients receive comprehensive, and compassionate services to achieve their best quality of life. 


What You&rsquo;ll Do
<ul>
<li>Conduct cognitive and emotional assessments 
to set/manage treatment plans</li>
</ul><ul><li>Manage psychotropic medication and gradual dose reductions</li>
</ul><ul><li>Collaborate with nursing home staff and SPC&rsquo;s behavioral health team</li>
</ul><ul><li>Participate in treatment team meetings (in-person and virtual)</li>
</ul><ul><li>Deliver care both in-person and via telehealth when appropriate</li>
</ul><ul><li>Maintain accurate, timely documentation in our EHR system</li></ul> 


What Sets SPC Apart
<ul>
<li>Collaborative team of specialists in geriatric mental health</li>
</ul><ul><li>Strong clinical infrastructure with administrative and tech support</li>
</ul><ul><li>Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle</li>
</ul><ul><li>Competitive compensation, paid training, and growth opportunities</li></ul> 


Benefits &amp; Perks
<div>
✅Guaranteed income during training/ramp-up 
✅ Flexible hours &ndash; full-time and part-time options 
✅Paid time off + Paid holidays 
✅CEU support &ndash; up to $750/year + 3 paid CEU days 
✅Mileage reimbursement 
✅ Full benefits package: 
<ul><li>Medical, Dental, Vision</li><li>401(k) with matching</li><li>Life, Disability Insurance</li></ul>
✅ Company-provided laptop + Internet support 
✅ Admin support for billing, credentialing, and authorizations 
✅ MIPS and EHR training provided</div> 


Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Licensed NP or PA in the state of Oklahoma</li>
</ul><ul><li>Psychiatric/mental health experience required</li>
</ul><ul><li>Experience with geriatric populations strongly preferred</li>
</ul><ul><li>Spanish bilingual is a plus</li>
</ul><ul><li>Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license and be comfortable traveling locally</li>
</ul><ul><li>Adaptive, flexible, and committed to team-based care</li></ul> 


Ready to Join Us?

Be part of a team that brings compassion, expertise, and peace of mind to those who need it most.

Apply now by clicking &ldquo;Apply&rdquo; at the top of this page</div>

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - IN PERSON REQUIRED

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - IN PERSON REQUIRED

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - IN PERSON REQUIRED

Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) PRN

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant