Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Michigan
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner jobs in Michigan are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in health systems, community mental health centers, and integrated behavioral health practices serving populations from rural outreach through urban specialty care, at every level from new graduates through seasoned clinical leads. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor the largest share of openings, with major employers such as Henry Ford Health, Trinity Health Michigan, and the University of Michigan Health System maintaining consistent mental health NP hiring. Telepsychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and substance use disorder treatment are among the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are seeking a experienced dedicated and highly skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, with a focus on delivering comprehensive mental health care across diverse patient populations. This role offers an opportunity to collaborate with physicians, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic, patient-centered psychiatric services in various clinical settings. The PMHNP will be responsible for evaluating patients' mental health needs, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications within scope of practice, and ensuring adherence to all regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, including mental status examinations and diagnostic evaluations utilizing clinical research methods and medical terminology.
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, including psychopharmacology treatments such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, and botulinum toxin treatments when appropriate.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals across disciplines to develop individualized care plans that incorporate behavioral health strategies and medication management.
- Provide telehealth services to expand access to mental health care for diverse populations, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems) management.
- Educate patients and their families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication administration while maintaining clear client communication.
- Document all patient interactions accurately within medical records and ensure adherence to CPT coding standards for billing purposes.
- Participate in case management activities, discharge planning, and follow-up care to optimize patient outcomes across inpatient and outpatient settings.
Requirements
- Current certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with valid licensure in the applicable state or region.
- Demonstrated experience working with individuals across the lifespan, including children, geriatrics, and patients with developmental disabilities or dementia care needs.
- Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks; experience with Athenahealth is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of physiology, pharmacology—including psychopharmacology—and diagnostic evaluation techniques.
- Experience working in diverse clinical environments such as hospitals (Level I trauma centers preferred), outpatient clinics, or community health settings.
- Familiarity with critical care experience, acute pain management, ICU experience, and emergency medicine is highly desirable.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals within collaborative practice agreements and adhere to DEA regulations for prescribing controlled substances.
- Excellent client communication skills combined with a comprehensive understanding of medical terminology and medical documentation standards.
- we are looking for already Credentialed
Join our team to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through expert psychiatric care delivered in a supportive and innovative environment!
Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Davison, MI 48423
Job Overview
We are seeking a experienced dedicated and highly skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, with a focus on delivering comprehensive mental health care across diverse patient populations. This role offers an opportunity to collaborate with physicians, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic, patient-centered psychiatric services in various clinical settings. The PMHNP will be responsible for evaluating patients' mental health needs, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications within scope of practice, and ensuring adherence to all regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, including mental status examinations and diagnostic evaluations utilizing clinical research methods and medical terminology.
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, including psychopharmacology treatments such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, and botulinum toxin treatments when appropriate.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals across disciplines to develop individualized care plans that incorporate behavioral health strategies and medication management.
- Provide telehealth services to expand access to mental health care for diverse populations, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems) management.
- Educate patients and their families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication administration while maintaining clear client communication.
- Document all patient interactions accurately within medical records and ensure adherence to CPT coding standards for billing purposes.
- Participate in case management activities, discharge planning, and follow-up care to optimize patient outcomes across inpatient and outpatient settings.
Requirements
- Current certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with valid licensure in the applicable state or region.
- Demonstrated experience working with individuals across the lifespan, including children, geriatrics, and patients with developmental disabilities or dementia care needs.
- Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks; experience with Athenahealth is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of physiology, pharmacology—including psychopharmacology—and diagnostic evaluation techniques.
- Experience working in diverse clinical environments such as hospitals (Level I trauma centers preferred), outpatient clinics, or community health settings.
- Familiarity with critical care experience, acute pain management, ICU experience, and emergency medicine is highly desirable.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals within collaborative practice agreements and adhere to DEA regulations for prescribing controlled substances.
- Excellent client communication skills combined with a comprehensive understanding of medical terminology and medical documentation standards.
- we are looking for already Credentialed
Join our team to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through expert psychiatric care delivered in a supportive and innovative environment!
Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Davison, MI 48423
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The qualifications that appear most often in mental health nurse practitioner jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan NP license and DEA registration required for independent prescribing practice
- Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) required
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
- Minimum of one to three years of clinical experience in behavioral or mental health settings
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong skills in diagnostic assessment, medication management, and evidence-based psychotherapy
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health nurse practitioner in Michigan?
To become a mental health nurse practitioner in Michigan, you must earn a graduate-level nursing degree (MSN or DNP) with a psychiatric mental health NP concentration, then pass the PMHNP-BC certification exam through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. After certification, you apply for an NP license through the Michigan Board of Nursing, which is part of the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Michigan grants NPs full practice authority, meaning you can practice and prescribe independently once licensed.
How much do mental health nurse practitioners make in Michigan?
Mental health nurse practitioners in Michigan earn a median of about $131,450 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $101,640 for the lowest 10% to over $165,870 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mental health nurse practitioners in Michigan?
Employers hiring mental health nurse practitioners in Michigan right now include Whole Mind, Third Space, and Mindful Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems and its extensive network of community mental health authorities, which operate in every county under state statute, are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings.
Which Michigan cities have the most mental health nurse practitioner jobs?
Michigan, Ann Arbor, and Troy have the most mental health nurse practitioner openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of the scale and density of its major health systems, while Grand Rapids benefits from a growing academic medical sector anchored by Spectrum Health and Michigan Medicine affiliates, and Lansing draws consistent hiring through its community mental health infrastructure and state government-adjacent health programs.
Are there remote mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because much of the role involves in-person assessment and prescribing. About 77% of mental health nurse practitioner openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with telepsychiatry and medication management follow-ups accounting for most of the remote-eligible work. Fully remote roles are most often found through health systems running statewide telepsychiatry programs.
How can I get hired as a mental health nurse practitioner in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate NP residency or fellowship programs, several of which are offered by larger Michigan health systems including Henry Ford Health and the University of Michigan Health System, specifically to help PMHNPs build supervised clinical hours after licensure. Candidates who gained RN experience in inpatient psychiatric units or crisis stabilization centers at Michigan community mental health authorities have a clear lateral advantage. Completing your PMHNP-BC certification before applying, even without NP work history, meaningfully strengthens your candidacy for these programs.
Where can I find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings. Search the available roles, find positions that match your specialty and location preferences, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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