Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Louisiana
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner jobs in Louisiana are open across New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lake Charles and other Louisiana metros, with employers like Tulane University, Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana, and Alkermes hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Title: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, OR PROFESSOR - CLINICAL, PSYCHIATRY
Employee Type: Faculty
Department: EKLMC-Psychiatry
Campus Location: EKLMC/PSYCHIATRY/FACULTY
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Section of Psychiatry in Baton Rouge is seeking an addiction psychiatrist for a clinical faculty position. The incumbent will provide psychiatric care to patients in an outpatient and inpatient settings, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management.
Responsibilities include delivering longitudinal outpatient care, coordinating with multidisciplinary team members, and supporting continuity of care. Participation in call coverage, including nights and weekends, may be required.
The role also includes teaching and supervision of medical students, residents, and fellows, with opportunities to contribute to educational programs. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and support the ongoing development of clinical services.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education: MD or equivalent
Certifications or Licenses Required: Board certified/board eligible (or equivalent); Licensed to practice medicine in Louisiana and credentialed with all required entities before hire date
Additional Information About Our School/Department
Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic.
Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits
Title: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, OR PROFESSOR - CLINICAL, PSYCHIATRY
Employee Type: Faculty
Department: EKLMC-Psychiatry
Campus Location: EKLMC/PSYCHIATRY/FACULTY
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Section of Psychiatry in Baton Rouge is seeking an addiction psychiatrist for a clinical faculty position. The incumbent will provide psychiatric care to patients in an outpatient and inpatient settings, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management.
Responsibilities include delivering longitudinal outpatient care, coordinating with multidisciplinary team members, and supporting continuity of care. Participation in call coverage, including nights and weekends, may be required.
The role also includes teaching and supervision of medical students, residents, and fellows, with opportunities to contribute to educational programs. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and support the ongoing development of clinical services.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education: MD or equivalent
Certifications or Licenses Required: Board certified/board eligible (or equivalent); Licensed to practice medicine in Louisiana and credentialed with all required entities before hire date
Additional Information About Our School/Department
Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic.
Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits
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Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Tulane University3
- Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana2
- Alkermes1
- LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans1
- Louisiana State University1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education5
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs across Louisiana.
- Active state NP license and board certification in psychiatric-mental health (PMHNP-BC)
- Current DEA registration with authority to prescribe controlled substances
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice with psychiatric specialization
- Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and psychopharmacology management
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Athenahealth
- Ability to provide therapy modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy or motivational interviewing
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How many psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs are there in Louisiana?
There are 9+ psychiatric nurse practitioner openings in Louisiana on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lake Charles. New positions post regularly as employers across Louisiana hire.
How much do psychiatric nurse practitioners make in Louisiana?
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Louisiana earn a median of about $125,600 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $99,050 for the lowest 10% to over $159,570 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Louisiana cities have the most psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs?
New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lake Charles have the most psychiatric nurse practitioner openings in Louisiana right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire psychiatric nurse practitioners in Louisiana?
Employers hiring psychiatric nurse practitioners in Louisiana include Tulane University, Ochsner Lsu Health System Of North Louisiana, and Alkermes, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Louisiana?
Yes. About 11% of psychiatric nurse practitioner openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Louisiana metros.
How do I apply for psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Louisiana?
You can apply to psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Louisiana directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Louisiana location, then apply to each one that fits.
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