Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Pennsylvania
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in behavioral health systems, integrated health networks, and community mental health centers, at levels from new graduates through seasoned clinical leads. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown anchor the largest share of openings, with major employers such as Jefferson Health, UPMC, and Geisinger maintaining consistent hiring. The most sought-after specialties are child and adolescent psychiatry, addiction and substance use treatment, and adult outpatient mental health. 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 practitioner jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner license with psychiatric-mental health specialty certification
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
- Board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner through ANCC or AANP
- Current DEA registration with authority to prescribe controlled substances in Pennsylvania
- Minimum one to three years of clinical experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings
- Proficiency with electronic health record platforms such as Epic or Cerner in outpatient or inpatient environments
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Pennsylvania?
You become a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Pennsylvania by first earning a Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice with a psychiatric-mental health concentration, then passing the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner board exam through ANCC or AANP. You must then apply for Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner certification through the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing, which authorizes your advanced practice privileges in the state.
How much do psychiatric nurse practitioners make in Pennsylvania?
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $130,140 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $102,940 for the lowest 10% to over $163,720 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire psychiatric nurse practitioners in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring psychiatric nurse practitioners 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 dense network of health systems, community mental health centers, and federally qualified health centers creates consistent openings across both urban and rural parts of the state.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs?
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Pennsylvania have the most psychiatric nurse practitioner openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia drives volume through its large academic medical centers and behavioral health networks, Pittsburgh through UPMC and Allegheny Health Network, and smaller markets like Allentown and Harrisburg through regional health systems and expanding community mental health programs.
Are there remote psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they are limited. Psychiatric nurse practitioners can conduct medication management follow-ups and talk therapy via telehealth more readily than many nursing specialties, which creates some remote opportunity. About 79% of psychiatric nurse practitioner openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. Telehealth roles are most common in adult outpatient medication management rather than initial evaluations or inpatient work.
How can I get hired as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or residency programs offered by large Pennsylvania health systems, with UPMC and Jefferson Health running structured advanced practice nurse programs that place graduates into supervised psychiatric settings. Candidates with backgrounds as psychiatric registered nurses or mental health therapists have a clear advantage. Holding your Pennsylvania Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner certification and an active DEA registration before applying strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Where can I find and apply to psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to psychiatric nurse practitioner jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across health systems, community mental health centers, and outpatient practices. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly.
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