Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Missouri
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner jobs in Missouri are in strong demand across community mental health centers, integrated health systems, and outpatient behavioral health clinics, with openings at every level from newly licensed practitioners to senior clinicians managing independent caseloads. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where large employers such as BJC HealthCare, Mercy Health, and CoxHealth maintain consistent mental health nurse practitioner needs. The most in-demand specialties include adult and geriatric psychiatry, child and adolescent behavioral health, and substance use disorder treatment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Advance your career to a whole new level providing much-needed healthcare services to underserved communities as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with MTC Care, the nation's largest telehealth company! We provide in-person, telehealth and also hybrid services, so there are multiple options within our company.
In this exciting PMHNP role, you will enjoy job autonomy while also being a vital member of a supportive and capable team that will help you pave a path to a successful and bright future. Here, your input and ideas are welcomed and will make an immeasurable difference, helping shape the future of our company and the industry as a whole. As part of the MTC Care family, you will receive an attractive, competitive compensation and benefits package.
Take that important step up in your career! Apply for MTC Care's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) job opening today!
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner(PMHNP) - Responsibilities (In-person)
- Conduct live and interactive clinical assessments of patients, providing treatment protocols, prescribing or recommending behavioral medications and providing medication management
- Provide behavioral and talk therapy to our patients
- Coordinate care with family members and staff at skilled nursing facilities
- Work closely with our collaborating psychiatrists where required by state law or independently but within an interdisciplinary team including other PMHNPs, psychologists, clinical pharmacists, and physicians
- Complete patient notes in our Electronic Health Records system
- Provide in-service education at facilities; participate in staff meetings as needed
- Provide consultation to facility staff on behavioral interventions, nursing practice, and psychopharmacology including writing orders for medications, as appropriate
- Participate in case reviews, consultations and utilization review
- Respond to urgent calls from the facility and facilitate problem-solving
- Stay current on telehealth issues and legislation
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner(PMHNP) - Qualifications
- Advanced practice nursing degree from an accredited university
- Valid PMHNP certification
- Unrestricted license in the state at least one state in which MTC Care practices
- DEA certificate
- Able to meet the credentialing requirements of MTC Care and your assigned facilities
- Able to become credentialed with Medicare and Medicaid, and other payers as necessary
- Geriatric and/or psychiatric experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work on a computer using the Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft excel and MTC Care's Electronic Health Record system
*Salaries starting at $119K + bonus for Full-time 32hrs/wk*
About Us
MTC Care is the industry leader in providing exceptional behavioral health services to patients residing in skilled nursing and assisted living communities. Our commitment to delivering top-notch behavioral health services reflects a deep understanding of the challenges faced by aging residents. Our clinical team includes trained psychiatry and psychology providers with a focus on tailored interventions to ensure quality of life for patients, a supportive environment that promotes mental well-being, interdisciplinary collaboration, and compliance with regulatory organizations.
MTC Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Why You'll Love This Job
Advance your career to a whole new level providing much-needed healthcare services to underserved communities as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with MTC Care, the nation's largest telehealth company! We provide in-person, telehealth and also hybrid services, so there are multiple options within our company.
In this exciting PMHNP role, you will enjoy job autonomy while also being a vital member of a supportive and capable team that will help you pave a path to a successful and bright future. Here, your input and ideas are welcomed and will make an immeasurable difference, helping shape the future of our company and the industry as a whole. As part of the MTC Care family, you will receive an attractive, competitive compensation and benefits package.
Take that important step up in your career! Apply for MTC Care's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) job opening today!
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner(PMHNP) - Responsibilities (In-person)
- Conduct live and interactive clinical assessments of patients, providing treatment protocols, prescribing or recommending behavioral medications and providing medication management
- Provide behavioral and talk therapy to our patients
- Coordinate care with family members and staff at skilled nursing facilities
- Work closely with our collaborating psychiatrists where required by state law or independently but within an interdisciplinary team including other PMHNPs, psychologists, clinical pharmacists, and physicians
- Complete patient notes in our Electronic Health Records system
- Provide in-service education at facilities; participate in staff meetings as needed
- Provide consultation to facility staff on behavioral interventions, nursing practice, and psychopharmacology including writing orders for medications, as appropriate
- Participate in case reviews, consultations and utilization review
- Respond to urgent calls from the facility and facilitate problem-solving
- Stay current on telehealth issues and legislation
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner(PMHNP) - Qualifications
- Advanced practice nursing degree from an accredited university
- Valid PMHNP certification
- Unrestricted license in the state at least one state in which MTC Care practices
- DEA certificate
- Able to meet the credentialing requirements of MTC Care and your assigned facilities
- Able to become credentialed with Medicare and Medicaid, and other payers as necessary
- Geriatric and/or psychiatric experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work on a computer using the Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft excel and MTC Care's Electronic Health Record system
*Salaries starting at $119K + bonus for Full-time 32hrs/wk*
About Us
MTC Care is the industry leader in providing exceptional behavioral health services to patients residing in skilled nursing and assisted living communities. Our commitment to delivering top-notch behavioral health services reflects a deep understanding of the challenges faced by aging residents. Our clinical team includes trained psychiatry and psychology providers with a focus on tailored interventions to ensure quality of life for patients, a supportive environment that promotes mental well-being, interdisciplinary collaboration, and compliance with regulatory organizations.
MTC Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
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What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health nurse practitioner jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri Nurse Practitioner license with psychiatric-mental health certification required
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
- Board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from ANCC
- DEA registration and Missouri controlled substance prescriptive authority
- Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing, and managing psychotropic medications
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems and telehealth platforms
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health nurse practitioner in Missouri?
You must complete a graduate nursing program with a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner concentration, pass the ANCC Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner board certification exam, then apply for an advanced practice registered nurse license through the Missouri State Board of Nursing. Missouri requires a collaborative practice arrangement or written agreement with a physician for the first two years of practice before full independent prescriptive authority is available.
How much do mental health nurse practitioners make in Missouri?
Mental health nurse practitioners in Missouri earn a median of about $129,930 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $100,650 for the lowest 10% to over $162,060 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mental health nurse practitioners in Missouri?
Companies currently hiring mental health nurse practitioners in Missouri include MTC Care, TeamHealth, and Third Space, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and community behavioral health organizations account for the majority of consistent openings across the state.
Which Missouri cities have the most mental health nurse practitioner jobs?
Joplin, Kansas City, and Missouri consistently lead Missouri for mental health nurse practitioner openings. Kansas City and St. Louis drive volume through their large academic medical centers and health system campuses, while Springfield's concentration of regional behavioral health providers and CoxHealth's expanding outpatient network supports strong demand in southwest Missouri.
Are there remote mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they represent a smaller share of total openings given that most psychiatric nurse practitioner roles involve direct patient assessment and medication management. About 67% of mental health nurse practitioner openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Telehealth-focused positions, particularly in adult outpatient therapy management and rural behavioral health, are the most likely to offer fully remote schedules.
How can I get hired as a mental health nurse practitioner in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying through new graduate or transition-to-practice programs at Missouri's larger health systems, such as those run by BJC HealthCare and Mercy Health, which offer structured onboarding and supervised clinical hours for newly licensed practitioners. Candidates coming from registered nursing roles in inpatient psychiatric units or crisis stabilization settings are well positioned for lateral moves into NP roles. Completing your collaborative practice agreement requirements early and obtaining your DEA registration before your first job search gives your application a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, location preference, and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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