Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in Pennsylvania
Psychiatric Nurse jobs in Pennsylvania are in consistent demand, concentrated across inpatient behavioral health units, community mental health centers, and integrated hospital systems, with openings ranging from entry-level staff positions through senior clinical and charge nurse roles. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown anchor the state's hiring activity, with established employers such as Jefferson Health, UPMC, and Tower Health maintaining ongoing psychiatric nursing needs across their networks. Geriatric psychiatry, substance use disorder treatment, and child and adolescent behavioral health are the most sought-after specialties in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) — Pennsylvania
Cerevia Behavioral Health Group
1099 Independent Contractor | Outpatient | Pennsylvania
Build Your Practice. Make a Meaningful Difference.
Cerevia Behavioral Health Group is seeking a compassionate, patient-centered Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join our growing outpatient behavioral health team in Pennsylvania.
Whether you’re looking to supplement your current practice or build a long-term caseload, we offer flexible scheduling and administrative support so you can focus on providing quality care.
What We Offer
- Flexible scheduling based on your availability
- In-office and telehealth opportunities
- Administrative, scheduling, and billing support
- Opportunities to grow your outpatient caseload
- A collaborative, patient-focused practice environment
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
- Provide medication management and follow-up care
- Develop individualized treatment plans
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Coordinate care with therapists and other treating professionals
Qualifications
- Active Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP certification
- Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Applicable prescribing credentials for services provided
- Professional liability insurance
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to provide care through telehealth and/or in person
Collaborating Provider Requirement
Candidates must secure and maintain their own supervising/collaborating physician and any required collaborative agreement before beginning patient care. Cerevia does not provide or arrange a supervising/collaborating physician for this position.
Please indicate in your application whether you currently have a collaborating physician and an agreement available for this role.
Position Type
1099 independent contractor. Compensation and scheduling expectations will be discussed during the interview process.
Apply Today
Submit your resume through Indeed or email info@cereviahealth.com. Please include your Pennsylvania licensure status, availability, and collaborating physician arrangement.
Pay: $55.00 - $75.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in psychiatric nurse jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher preferred by most Pennsylvania health systems
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification (PMHN or PMHNP-BC) for mid-level and senior roles
- Experience with electronic health records systems used across Pennsylvania hospital networks
- BLS and CPI or de-escalation certification required by most inpatient behavioral health units
- Strong familiarity with Pennsylvania Mental Health Procedures Act and mandatory reporting obligations
Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychiatric nurse in Pennsylvania?
To become a psychiatric nurse in Pennsylvania, you must first earn a nursing degree, complete an accredited RN program, and pass the NCLEX-RN exam, then obtain licensure through the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. From there, most nurses pursue psychiatric-specific experience in inpatient or outpatient behavioral health settings. Earning the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center strengthens candidacy significantly at Pennsylvania health systems.
How much do psychiatric nurses make in Pennsylvania?
Psychiatric nurses in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $96,430 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,800 for the lowest 10% to over $117,900 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire psychiatric nurses in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring psychiatric nurses in Pennsylvania right now include Blackbird Health, Vital Healthcare Solutions, and Optum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems and standalone behavioral health hospitals account for the bulk of ongoing openings across both inpatient and community-based settings.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most psychiatric nurse jobs?
Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and York have the most psychiatric nurse openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads due to its concentration of academic medical centers, large health systems, and community mental health programs, while Pittsburgh's strength in integrated hospital networks drives steady hiring there, and Allentown reflects growing demand in the Lehigh Valley corridor where regional health systems have expanded behavioral health capacity.
Are there remote psychiatric nurse jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 73% of psychiatric nurse openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on, direct-care nature of most psychiatric nursing roles. The positions most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are telepsychiatry triage support, case management coordination, and utilization review nursing within larger Pennsylvania health systems.
How can I get hired as a psychiatric nurse in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate nurse residency programs at Pennsylvania health systems such as UPMC, Jefferson Health, or Tower Health, several of which include behavioral health rotations. Candidates without direct psychiatric experience often transition from medical-surgical, emergency, or substance use detox units, where overlapping clinical skills are recognized. Completing a psychiatric clinical rotation during your nursing program, holding an active Pennsylvania RN license, and obtaining CPI certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to psychiatric nurse jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to psychiatric nurse jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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