Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Illinois
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in community mental health centers, academic medical systems, and integrated behavioral health practices, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. The busiest hiring markets are Chicago, Springfield, and Rockford, where large employers such as Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, and Advocate Aurora Health maintain active psychiatric NP rosters. The most consistently sought specialties include child and adolescent psychiatry, substance use disorder treatment, and adult outpatient mental health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Behavioral Care Solutions
We are a GROWING COMPANY: Behavioral Care Solutions is the largest psychiatric and psycho-social services provider in long-term care in the Mid-West, supporting 900 long-term care facilities in Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin and Indiana...and expanding.
We have immediate openings for a Nurse Practitioner who specialize, or have interest, in geriatric psychiatry.
Location: Joliet, IL
Part-Time
Qualifications for the Nurse Practitioner:
- NP degree from an accredited University
- Must have Valid, FULL license and DEA# in the State.
- Demonstrated skills in communication with patients, families and staff.
- Demonstrated knowledge of mental health care delivery and interacting with other disciplines.
We offer the Nurse Practitioner:
- DAY TIME positions
- M-F: No weekends or on-call
- Flexible hours and autonomy
- More 1:1 time with your patients
- Dedicated Practice Manager
- Interdisciplinary team approach
- State of the art clinical systems
Responsibilities of the Nurse Practitioner include:
- Provide psychiatric services through the comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of adult patients across a variety of clinic settings, including general adult populations with mood disorders, patients within a substance abuse clinic (managing psychiatric conditions, not substance abuse care), and individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum conditions residing in group homes, clinics, and similar settings.
- Prescribe or adjust psychotropic medications.
- Does not include psychological therapy.
- See 12 -15 patients per day.
- Collaboration with multiple disciplines and assure continuity of care.
- Knowledge of Medicare standards and documentation.
The Following is a Plus:
- 1+ years experience providing mental health services to the geriatric population.
- Experience with Medicare guidelines, standards of care and documentation.
Behavioral Care Solutions is an equal opportunity employer
www.behavioralcaresolutions.com
Pay: From $56.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
Experience:
- NP or PA: 4 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- DEA License (Preferred)
- NP or PA License (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
About Behavioral Care Solutions
We are a GROWING COMPANY: Behavioral Care Solutions is the largest psychiatric and psycho-social services provider in long-term care in the Mid-West, supporting 900 long-term care facilities in Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin and Indiana...and expanding.
We have immediate openings for a Nurse Practitioner who specialize, or have interest, in geriatric psychiatry.
Location: Joliet, IL
Part-Time
Qualifications for the Nurse Practitioner:
- NP degree from an accredited University
- Must have Valid, FULL license and DEA# in the State.
- Demonstrated skills in communication with patients, families and staff.
- Demonstrated knowledge of mental health care delivery and interacting with other disciplines.
We offer the Nurse Practitioner:
- DAY TIME positions
- M-F: No weekends or on-call
- Flexible hours and autonomy
- More 1:1 time with your patients
- Dedicated Practice Manager
- Interdisciplinary team approach
- State of the art clinical systems
Responsibilities of the Nurse Practitioner include:
- Provide psychiatric services through the comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of adult patients across a variety of clinic settings, including general adult populations with mood disorders, patients within a substance abuse clinic (managing psychiatric conditions, not substance abuse care), and individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum conditions residing in group homes, clinics, and similar settings.
- Prescribe or adjust psychotropic medications.
- Does not include psychological therapy.
- See 12 -15 patients per day.
- Collaboration with multiple disciplines and assure continuity of care.
- Knowledge of Medicare standards and documentation.
The Following is a Plus:
- 1+ years experience providing mental health services to the geriatric population.
- Experience with Medicare guidelines, standards of care and documentation.
Behavioral Care Solutions is an equal opportunity employer
www.behavioralcaresolutions.com
Pay: From $56.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
Experience:
- NP or PA: 4 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- DEA License (Preferred)
- NP or PA License (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license with psychiatric-mental health NP certification
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
- Board certification from ANCC or AANP as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner
- Illinois controlled substance license and DEA registration for prescribing psychotropic medications
- Experience with electronic health records platforms such as Epic or Cerner in clinical settings
- Ability to conduct psychiatric evaluations, manage medication regimens, and coordinate care independently
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Illinois?
You must earn a Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice with a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner focus, then pass the PMHNP-BC board certification exam through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Illinois licensure requires applying for an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. You will also need a separate Illinois controlled substance license and a federal DEA registration before you can prescribe psychiatric medications independently.
How much do psychiatric nurse practitioners make in Illinois?
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Illinois earn a median of about $130,680 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $102,440 for the lowest 10% to over $161,470 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire psychiatric nurse practitioners in Illinois?
Employers hiring psychiatric nurse practitioners in Illinois right now include Rosecrance, Fort Health, and Relief Mental Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems and growing network of federally qualified health centers consistently maintain some of the deepest psychiatric NP hiring pipelines in the Midwest.
Which Illinois cities have the most psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs?
Chicago, Illinois, and Aledo have the most psychiatric nurse practitioner openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the largest share through its concentration of academic medical centers, safety-net hospitals, and community mental health organizations, while Springfield and Rockford generate consistent demand through regional health systems and state-affiliated behavioral health programs that serve populations outside the Chicago metro.
Are there remote psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they are less common than in many other fields because psychiatric nurse practitioners frequently deliver in-person evaluations and medication management. About 63% of psychiatric nurse practitioner openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telepsychiatry roles covering medication management follow-ups and brief consultations being the most likely to qualify for fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate nurse practitioner residency or fellowship, and large Illinois employers such as Northwestern Medicine and Rush University Medical Center run structured programs that welcome PMHNP candidates without post-licensure experience. Applying to community mental health centers and federally qualified health centers in Illinois is also effective, as these organizations frequently hire new graduates and offer supervised onboarding. Coming in from an RN or psychiatric technician background with inpatient or crisis unit experience gives your application a concrete clinical foundation.
Where can I find and apply to psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your credentials and preferred setting, and apply directly to the employer through the posting.
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