Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in Kentucky

Psychiatric Nurse jobs in Kentucky are open across Lexington, Fort Thomas, and Georgetown and other Kentucky metros, with employers like LifeStance Health, New Vista, and Deaconess Health System hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles30+
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityLexington, KY
Cities hiring8
Work type80% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

Showing 5 of 30+ Psychiatric Nurse jobs

LifeStance Health
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
LifeStance Health
Fort Mitchell, Kentucky
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$240k - $270k/yr
Hybrid
None
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
LifeStance Health
Georgetown, Kentucky
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$200k - $220k/yr
Hybrid
None
5,001-10,000

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Deaconess Health System
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Deaconess Health System
Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
LifeStance Health
Lexington, Kentucky
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$200k - $220k/yr
Hybrid
None
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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LifeStance Health
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
LifeStance Health
Frankfort, Kentucky
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$200k - $220k/yr
Hybrid
None
5,001-10,000

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Psychiatric Nurse Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lexington
10 jobs
Fort Thomas
4 jobs
Georgetown
4 jobs
Louisville
4 jobs
Frankfort
3 jobs
Fort Mitchell
2 jobs
Hopkinsville
2 jobs
Bowling Green
1 jobs

Psychiatric Nurse Job Market in Kentucky

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

Who's Hiring

  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health23
  • New Vista
    New Vista3
  • Deaconess Health System
    Deaconess Health System2
  • Norton Healthcare
    Norton Healthcare1
  • Valor Healthcare
    Valor Healthcare1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services27
  • Consulting & Professional Services7
  • Construction & Real Estate1

What Kentucky Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in psychiatric nurse jobs across Kentucky.

  • Active RN license in the state of employment with no restrictions
  • One to three years of inpatient or outpatient psychiatric nursing experience
  • Proficiency in de-escalation techniques such as CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
  • Experience conducting mental health assessments and documenting in an EHR system
  • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification (PMH-BC) preferred or required for senior roles
  • BLS and ACLS certification current at time of hire

Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How many psychiatric nurse jobs are there in Kentucky?

There are 30+ psychiatric nurse openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Lexington, Fort Thomas, and Georgetown. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.

How much do psychiatric nurses make in Kentucky?

Psychiatric nurses in Kentucky earn a median of about $81,040 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,170 for the lowest 10% to over $111,750 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Kentucky cities have the most psychiatric nurse jobs?

Lexington, Fort Thomas, and Georgetown have the most psychiatric nurse openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire psychiatric nurses in Kentucky?

Employers hiring psychiatric nurses in Kentucky include LifeStance Health, New Vista, and Deaconess Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote psychiatric nurse jobs in Kentucky?

Yes. About 20% of psychiatric nurse openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.

How do I apply for psychiatric nurse jobs in Kentucky?

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

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