Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in Utah

Psychiatric Nurse jobs in Utah are concentrated in behavioral health systems, state psychiatric facilities, and integrated hospital networks, with demand steady at every level from new graduates to advanced-practice specialists. The heaviest hiring activity centers on Salt Lake City, Provo, and Ogden, where employers such as Intermountain Health, University of Utah Health, and Valley Behavioral Health have maintained consistent psychiatric nursing workforces for years. Forensic psychiatry, substance use disorder treatment, and child and adolescent behavioral health are among the most in-demand specialties in the state right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles22
Top employerSerenity Healthcare
Top citySalt Lake City, UT
Cities hiring13
Work type60% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Phoenix Rebellion Therapy
Murray, Utah
Mental & Behavioral Health
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$126k.42 - $151k.78/yr
On-Site

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Sego Lily Counseling
Lehi, Utah
Mental & Behavioral Health
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$80 - $85/hr
On-Site

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) – Telehealth or Hybrid, Draper – 1099 or W2 – New Grads
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) – Telehealth or Hybrid, Draper – 1099 or W2 – New Grads
SMILE Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
Draper, Utah
Mental & Behavioral Health
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$90 - $100/hr
Hybrid

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Life Stone Counseling Centers
Midvale, Utah
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Hybrid
Doctoral degree

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Registered Nurse - PRN - Psychiatric Subacute
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Registered Nurse - PRN - Psychiatric Subacute
Volunteers of America, Utah
Murray, Utah
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$35 - $40/hr

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Psychiatric Nurse Jobs by City in Utah

Where Utah roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Salt Lake City
4 jobs
Murray
3 jobs
Lehi
2 jobs
Ogden
2 jobs
Draper
2 jobs
Midvale
2 jobs
Provo
1 job
Sandy
1 job
Holladay
1 job

Psychiatric Nurse Job Market in Utah

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

Who's Hiring

Serenity Healthcare4 open roles
University of Utah2 open roles
Volunteers of America, Utah2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Utah Employers Look For

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

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program required
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification preferred for inpatient psychiatric settings
  • One or more years of experience in a behavioral health or psychiatric care environment
  • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to perform crisis intervention, de-escalation, and mental status assessments

Psychiatric Nurse Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a psychiatric nurse in Utah?

You become a psychiatric nurse in Utah by first earning an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing, then passing the NCLEX-RN to obtain your registered nurse license through the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing. Utah participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses holding a multistate license from a compact state may work in Utah without a separate state license. Gaining clinical experience in a behavioral health or inpatient psychiatric unit is the standard path to specialization.

How much do psychiatric nurses make in Utah?

Psychiatric nurses in Utah earn a median of about $84,600 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $68,920 for the lowest 10% to over $109,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire psychiatric nurses in Utah?

Companies currently hiring psychiatric nurses in Utah include Serenity Healthcare, University of Utah, and Volunteers of America, Utah, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Utah's mix of large integrated health systems and freestanding behavioral health facilities means openings appear regularly across both inpatient hospital units and dedicated psychiatric treatment centers statewide.

Which Utah cities have the most psychiatric nurse jobs?

Salt Lake City, Murray, and Lehi have the most psychiatric nurse openings in Utah. Salt Lake City anchors the market as home to Intermountain Health's flagship campuses and University of Utah Health, while Provo and Ogden draw volume from regional behavioral health hospitals and community mental health centers that serve Utah County and Weber County populations respectively.

Are there remote psychiatric nurse jobs in Utah?

Yes, but they're rare. About 40% of psychiatric nurse openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is in most clinical settings. The positions most likely to include remote flexibility are telehealth psychiatric consultation roles and care coordination or utilization review positions that do not require direct bedside contact.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to a new-graduate residency or nurse residency program at a large Utah health system such as Intermountain Health or University of Utah Health, both of which run structured behavioral health rotations for new nurses. Candidates coming from CNA, medical assistant, or crisis line roles often find those backgrounds open doors to entry-level psychiatric technician or psychiatric nursing associate positions. Holding an active Utah RN license and completing a basic psychiatric-mental health nursing course before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over unlicensed applicants.

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

You can find and apply to psychiatric nurse jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the ones that interest you.

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