Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

CHE Behavioral Health Services; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan (401k)

Paid time off

CEUs and supervision

EMR efficiency

Work-life balance

Job summary

CHE Behavioral Health Services in California is hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our clinician-led, APA-approved behavioral health team. Work Mon–Fri, 7 AM–7 PM with no nights or on-call; build a consistent caseload and determine treatment plans.

Bring MSN in PMH, ANCC PMHNP certification, active DEA license, and 2+ years of psychotropic experience. We offer salary range of $100,000–$180,000, benefits, and options for fee-for-service or salaried arrangements.

Qualifications

• MSN in Psychiatric/Mental Health and PMHNP certification.
• Active ANCC PMHNP certification required.
• DEA license active.
• 2+ years of psych experience required; 3–5 years for FNPPs considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications.
• Collaborate with an integrated care team (psychiatrists, psychologists, LCSWs, nursing staff).
• Distinguish and diagnose psychological vs. physiological disorders.
• Consult on complex or unusual clinical cases.

Skills

Psychiatric evaluation

Treatment planning

Medication management

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

MSN – Psychiatric/Mental Health

ANCC PMHNP certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

CHE Behavioral Health Services is hiring Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our clinician‑led, APA‑approved behavioral health team.

Since 1995, CHE has been a national leader in adult and geriatric mental health, serving 100,000+ patients across 800+ facilities in 11+ states.

Why PMHNPs Choose CHE

• Create your own schedule (Mon–Fri, 7 AM–7 PM)
• Compensation: $100,000-$180,000 annually!
• Competitive pay (fee‑for‑service or salaried options)
• No nights, weekends, or on‑call
• Consistent, reliable caseload, no cancellations
• Work close to home in partnered facilities

Requirements

• MSN – Psychiatric/Mental Health; ANCC PMHNP certification
• Active DEA license
• Experience in psychotropic medication management
• 2 plus years of experience is required.
• Family Nurse Practitioners with 3–5 years of psych experience will be considered

What You’ll Do

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow‑up visits
• Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications
• Collaborate with an integrated care team (psychiatrists, psychologists, LCSWs, nursing staff)
• Distinguish and diagnose psychological vs. physiological disorders
• Consult on complex or unusual clinical cases

Benefits (W2 Employees)

• Medical, Dental, Vision (FT)
• 401(k) with 25% match on the first 6%
• Paid time off & holidays (FT)
• Free CEUs, training, and clinical supervision
• EMR for efficient documentation
• Excellent work‑life balance

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