Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Illinois

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner jobs in Illinois are open across Naperville, Aurora, and Champaign and other Illinois metros, with employers like LifeStance Health, Behavioral Health Practice Services, and Dominican University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles77+
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityNaperville, IL
Cities hiring33
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Greater Family Health
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Greater Family Health
Wheeling, Illinois
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$112k - $155k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Dominican University
Graduate Program Director, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Graduate Program Director, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Dominican University
River Forest, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Teaching & Instruction
Curriculum Design
$105k - $124k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Thresholds
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Thresholds
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Thresholds
Kankakee, Illinois
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$65 - $75/hr
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

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Trinity Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Trinity Health
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Trinity Health
Aledo, Illinois
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
10,000+

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LifeStance Health
PMHNP Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP Nurse Practitioner
LifeStance Health
Lisle, Illinois
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$120k - $148k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Naperville
5 jobs
Aurora
3 jobs
Champaign
3 jobs
Darien
3 jobs
Elmhurst
3 jobs
Evanston
3 jobs
Frankfort
3 jobs
Hinsdale
3 jobs
Lake in the Hills
3 jobs

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health45
  • Behavioral Health Practice Services
    Behavioral Health Practice Services27
  • Dominican University
    Dominican University1
  • Greater Family Health
    Greater Family Health1
  • SIU Medicine
    SIU Medicine1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services76
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Education2

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mental health nurse practitioner jobs across Illinois.

  • Active APRN license with psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner certification (PMHNP-BC)
  • Master's or doctoral degree in nursing with a psychiatric-mental health specialty focus
  • DEA registration and full prescriptive authority in the applicable state
  • Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing psychotropic medication regimens
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth
  • Familiarity with evidence-based psychotherapy modalities including CBT and motivational interviewing

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many mental health nurse practitioner jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 77+ mental health nurse practitioner openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Naperville, Aurora, and Champaign. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do mental health nurse practitioners make in Illinois?

Mental health nurse practitioners in Illinois earn a median of about $130,680 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $102,440 for the lowest 10% to over $161,470 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most mental health nurse practitioner jobs?

Naperville, Aurora, and Champaign have the most mental health nurse practitioner openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire mental health nurse practitioners in Illinois?

Employers hiring mental health nurse practitioners in Illinois include LifeStance Health, Behavioral Health Practice Services, and Dominican University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 0% of mental health nurse practitioner openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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