Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

CHE Behavioral Health Services; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

CEUs and supervision

EMR system

Work-life balance

Job summary

CHE Behavioral Health Services is hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our clinician-led, APA-approved behavioral health team in Oakland, CA. The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule (7 AM–7 PM) with no nights or weekends and compensation from $100,000 to $180,000 per year.

We provide fee-for-service or salaried options, a strong benefits package, and opportunities for growth within a national network serving 100,000+ patients.

Qualifications

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

Psychotropic meds management

Psychiatric evaluations

Treatment plan development

Collaborative care

Education

MSN – Psychiatric/Mental Health

ANCC PMHNP certification

Active DEA license

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