Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs in New Hampshire

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner jobs in New Hampshire are concentrated in Manchester, Concord, and the Nashua corridor, where demand for mental and behavioral health specialists continues to outpace the available workforce. Major systems like Dartmouth Health, Concord Hospital, and Catholic Medical Center maintain ongoing need for psychiatric nurse practitioners across inpatient psychiatry, outpatient behavioral health, and community mental health settings. Child and adolescent psychiatry and addiction and recovery care are among the most consistently sought sub-specialties in the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles34
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityNashua, 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 Practitioner Jobs by City in New Hampshire

Where New Hampshire roles are concentrated, by current openings.

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Job Market in New Hampshire

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

Who's Hiring

  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health16
  • C
    Compass of Hope3
  • Supportive Care
    Supportive Care3
  • Dartmouth Health
    Dartmouth Health3
  • Wexford Health Sources
    Wexford Health Sources2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What New Hampshire Employers Look For

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

  • Active New Hampshire Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license with psychiatric mental health certification
  • Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice with psychiatric nurse practitioner specialization
  • Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner through ANCC or AANP
  • Current DEA registration and New Hampshire prescriptive authority for controlled substances
  • Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing psychotropic medication regimens
  • Proficiency with electronic health records platforms used in behavioral health settings

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs in New Hampshire: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a psychiatric nurse practitioner in New Hampshire?

You must earn a graduate-level degree in psychiatric mental health nursing, then pass the PMHNP-BC certification exam through ANCC or the PMHNP certification through AANP. New Hampshire requires a separate Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license issued by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing. You will also need to apply for prescriptive authority through the same board before you can independently manage psychiatric medications in the state.

How much do psychiatric nurse practitioners make in New Hampshire?

Psychiatric nurse practitioners in New Hampshire earn a median of about $137,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $106,070 for the lowest 10% to over $166,240 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire psychiatric nurse practitioners in New Hampshire?

Employers hiring psychiatric nurse practitioners in New Hampshire right now include LifeStance Health, Compass of Hope, and Supportive Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Hampshire's behavioral health workforce shortage means established systems and community mental health centers in the state tend to post openings on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Which New Hampshire cities have the most psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs?

Nashua, Concord, and Manchester account for the most psychiatric nurse practitioner openings in New Hampshire. Manchester and Nashua drive volume because of their large hospital systems and outpatient behavioral health networks, while Concord draws significant demand as the state capital and home to several major mental health agencies serving statewide populations.

Are there remote psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in New Hampshire?

Yes, but they are less common than in non-clinical fields because psychiatric evaluation and medication management often require in-person or synchronous video appointments under New Hampshire telehealth regulations. About 48% of psychiatric nurse practitioner openings tied to New Hampshire are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with most of those positions focused on follow-up medication management and telepsychiatry rather than initial evaluations.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to post-graduate psychiatric nurse practitioner fellowship or residency programs, several of which are offered through larger New Hampshire health systems and federally qualified health centers in the state. Candidates coming from registered nursing roles in inpatient psychiatry or behavioral health units at facilities like Dartmouth Health or Concord Hospital carry a genuine advantage. Completing your PMHNP-BC certification and securing New Hampshire prescriptive authority before you apply removes a common barrier that causes new-grad offers to fall through.

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

You can find and apply to psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in New Hampshire on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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