Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Virginia
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner jobs in Virginia represent one of the most active advanced practice markets in the Mid-Atlantic, with strong demand in community mental health centers, integrated health systems, and Veterans Affairs facilities reaching from entry-level positions through senior clinical leadership roles. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads area, where employers like Inova Health System, VCU Health, and the Veterans Health Administration maintain consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties are outpatient psychiatry, child and adolescent behavioral health, and substance use disorder treatment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant for Newport News/Hampton- Full-Time
Mid-Atlantic Long Term Care has recently added several communities throughout the Newport News/Hampton area. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Providers to join our growing team in the beautiful Hampton Roads region of Virginia. We are a group of 200 providers currently serving 150+ Long Term Care, Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Continuous Care Retirement Communities for over 25 years.
We pride ourselves in providing exceptional care to our residents and facilities. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, treat and manage psychopharmacological treatments for individuals with mental health disorders, ensuring patient-centered care.
Do you have a passion for caring for older adults? Are you looking for autonomy? We offer flexibility and the opportunity to work with seniors in caring environments.
Our Core Values are:
Making a Difference
Achieving Goals
Legacy of Excellence
Teamwork
Compassion
MALTC has a provider productivity business model that provides you the time and support to deliver expert geriatric care.
Qualifications:
· Requires licensing in the State of Virginia.
· Experience working with the geriatric population (preferred)
· Masters degree with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience using Electronic Medical Records systems
- Must possess effective communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and facility staff
Job Type: Full-time In Person
Pay: $110,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Malpractice insurance
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Mental health
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in mental health nurse practitioner jobs across Virginia.
- Active Virginia APRN license with psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner population focus
- Board certification as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner from ANCC or AANP
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
- Prescriptive authority under Virginia's Collaborative Practice Agreement or independent practice
- Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- DEA registration and compliance with Virginia controlled substance prescribing regulations
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health nurse practitioner in Virginia?
You must earn a graduate degree, either an MSN or DNP, with a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner concentration, then pass the PMHNP board certification exam through ANCC or AANP. After that, you apply to the Virginia Board of Nursing for an APRN license with a psychiatric-mental health population focus. Virginia also requires a written Collaborative Practice Agreement with a physician until you meet the experience threshold for independent practice under state law.
How much do mental health nurse practitioners make in Virginia?
Mental health nurse practitioners in Virginia earn a median of about $127,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $99,990 for the lowest 10% to over $161,470 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mental health nurse practitioners in Virginia?
Employers hiring mental health nurse practitioners in Virginia right now include LifeStance Health, Blackbird Health, and Prefer NP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's strong VA medical center network and large regional health systems create particularly consistent demand for licensed psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners.
Which Virginia cities have the most mental health nurse practitioner jobs?
The cities with the most mental health nurse practitioner openings in Virginia are Richmond, Newport News, and Virginia. Northern Virginia's proximity to federal health agencies and large hospital networks drives its volume, Richmond's concentration of academic medical centers and community mental health organizations anchors its market, and Hampton Roads benefits from its dense Veterans Affairs and military installation infrastructure.
Are there remote mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields since most PMHNP roles involve direct patient assessment, prescribing, and clinical oversight. About 74% of mental health nurse practitioner openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with telehealth therapy and medication management follow-ups being the functions most often delivered remotely.
How can I get hired as a mental health nurse practitioner in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate residency or fellowship, and Inova Health System and VCU Health both run APRN onboarding programs that accommodate new PMHNP graduates transitioning from RN backgrounds. Candidates who have worked as psychiatric RNs or behavioral health case managers in Virginia community service boards hold a clear advantage. Completing the Virginia APRN licensure process and collaborative practice paperwork before applying signals readiness to hiring managers at smaller outpatient practices that cannot afford a long onboarding ramp.
Where can I find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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