Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in New Hampshire

Psychiatric Nurse jobs in New Hampshire are in steady demand, with hiring concentrated in community mental health centers, hospital inpatient units, and addiction treatment programs. Manchester, Concord, and Nashua account for the largest share of openings, with established employers such as Dartmouth Health, Concord Hospital, and the New Hampshire Hospital system regularly recruiting at staff nurse, lead, and advanced practice levels. The most sought-after specialties include inpatient psychiatric care, crisis stabilization, and substance use disorder treatment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles37
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityConcord, NH
Cities hiring18
Work type52% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Legion Health
Staff Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) — Remote | Telehealth | Full-Time or Part-Time | New Hampshire
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Legion Health
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Staff Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) — Remote | Telehealth | Full-Time or Part-Time | New Hampshire
Legion Health
Manchester, New Hampshire
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$150k - $300k/yr
Remote (US)

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Brightside Health
New Hampshire - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Brightside Health
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New Hampshire - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Brightside Health
New Hampshire
Mental & Behavioral Health
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$84 - $115/hr
Remote (US)
201-500

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Supportive Care
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Supportive Care
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Supportive Care
Jaffrey, New Hampshire
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)

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PrimeCare Medical Inc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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PrimeCare Medical Inc
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
PrimeCare Medical Inc
Brentwood, New Hampshire
Mental & Behavioral Health
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$60 - $80/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Wexford Health Sources, Inc.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Wexford Health Sources, Inc.
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Wexford Health Sources, Inc.
Concord, New Hampshire
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Psychiatric Nurse Jobs by City in New Hampshire

Where New Hampshire roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Concord
5 jobs
Nashua
4 jobs
Lebanon
4 jobs
Manchester
4 jobs
Hampton
3 jobs
Exeter
2 jobs
Londonderry
2 jobs
Peterborough
2 jobs
Derry
1 job

Psychiatric Nurse Job Market in New Hampshire

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

Who's Hiring

  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health16
  • Dartmouth Health
    Dartmouth Health5
  • C
    Compass of Hope3
  • Supportive Care
    Supportive Care3
  • Wexford Health Sources
    Wexford Health Sources2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What New Hampshire Employers Look For

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

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing or associate degree with equivalent clinical experience
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification preferred for inpatient settings
  • Minimum one to two years of experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting
  • Proficiency in de-escalation techniques and familiarity with mental health assessment tools
  • Experience with electronic health record systems used in behavioral health environments

Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in New Hampshire: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a psychiatric nurse in New Hampshire?

You become a psychiatric nurse in New Hampshire by earning a nursing degree, passing the NCLEX-RN, and obtaining licensure through the New Hampshire Board of Nursing. New Hampshire participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in compact states may practice without a separate state license. Most psychiatric nursing roles prefer candidates with clinical experience in behavioral health, and some employers offer specialty orientation programs for nurses transitioning into psychiatric settings.

How much do psychiatric nurses make in New Hampshire?

Psychiatric nurses in New Hampshire earn a median of about $99,700 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $75,610 for the lowest 10% to over $123,190 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire psychiatric nurses in New Hampshire?

Companies currently hiring psychiatric nurses in New Hampshire include LifeStance Health, Dartmouth Health, and Compass of Hope, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Hampshire's network of community mental health centers and the state-operated New Hampshire Hospital in Concord are also consistent sources of psychiatric nursing openings across the state.

Which New Hampshire cities have the most psychiatric nurse jobs?

Concord, Nashua, and Lebanon have the most psychiatric nurse openings in New Hampshire. Manchester drives volume as the state's largest city with multiple hospital systems and community behavioral health agencies, while Concord's concentration of state government facilities, including New Hampshire Hospital, and Nashua's growing healthcare corridor fuel demand in those markets.

Are there remote psychiatric nurse jobs in New Hampshire?

Yes, but they're rare. About 48% of psychiatric nurse openings tied to New Hampshire are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The positions most likely to offer remote options are telephone crisis line roles, telehealth psychiatric nursing, and care coordination or utilization review functions that don't require direct bedside care.

How can I get hired as a psychiatric nurse in New Hampshire with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate RN positions or psychiatric nursing residency programs at larger New Hampshire systems such as Dartmouth Health or Concord Hospital, which periodically run structured orientation tracks for nurses new to behavioral health. Roles in crisis stabilization units, detox facilities, and residential treatment programs tend to be more accessible to candidates without prior psych experience. Holding an active New Hampshire Board of Nursing license and completing a voluntary psychiatric-mental health nursing certification course strengthens an application considerably.

Where can I find and apply to psychiatric nurse jobs in New Hampshire?

You can find and apply to psychiatric nurse jobs in New Hampshire on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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