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Addiction PMHNP jobs in Kentucky

Addiction Positions in Kentucky (17)

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner – Child & Adolescent (Weekend PRN)

UHS

Louisville, KentuckyPRNIn-Person

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

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F

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Part-time) at Fcs Co Louisville, KY

Fcs Co

Louisville, KentuckyPart-TimeIn-Person

Posted on Feb 12, 2026

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L

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner – Kentucky

Lavender

KentuckyContractRemote

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

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I

Advanced Practice Nurse- Psychiatric

INcompass Healthcare

Lawrenceburg, KentuckyIn-Person

Posted on Feb 15, 2026

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E

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified

Emerald Therapy Center

Paducah, KentuckyContractIn-Person

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

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O

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Hospital Employed

Olesky Associates

Hazard, KentuckyIn-Person

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

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R

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Ramey-Estep / Re-group

Ashland, KentuckyRemote

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Top Employers

  • Lifestance3
  • BlueSky Telepsych1
  • Brightside Health1
  • Eleanor Health1
  • Emerald Therapy Center1
  • Fcs Co1
  • FCSpsy1
  • Headway1

Addiction Tips

  • •Obtain X-waiver/DEA certification for MAT prescribing
  • •Build expertise in motivational interviewing (MI)
  • •Understand the continuum of care from detox to recovery
  • •Stay current on dual-diagnosis treatment approaches
  • •Explore NHSC loan repayment at qualifying facilities

Why Addiction?

Critical Need

The opioid epidemic has created unprecedented demand for addiction-trained PMHNPs across every state.

MAT Prescribing

PMHNPs can prescribe buprenorphine (Suboxone) and naltrexone — essential medications for opioid use disorder.

Loan Repayment

Many addiction treatment centers qualify for NHSC loan repayment programs, offering up to $50K in student loan forgiveness.

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Addiction Careers in Kentucky

Substance abuse & addiction treatment positions

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Substance abuse & addiction treatment positions. Obtain X-waiver/DEA certification for MAT prescribing

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Salary & Compensation

Addiction PMHNPs in Kentucky earn $175k annually.

Critical Need

The opioid epidemic has created unprecedented demand for addiction-trained PMHNPs across every state.

MAT Prescribing

PMHNPs can prescribe buprenorphine (Suboxone) and naltrexone — essential medications for opioid use disorder.

Loan Repayment

Many addiction treatment centers qualify for NHSC loan repayment programs, offering up to $50K in student loan forgiveness.

Growth & Outlook

Addiction PMHNP demand in Kentucky continues to grow with 17 active positions.

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State Insights

Kentucky at a Glance

Practice Authority
Reduced Practice (Collaborative Agreement Required)

Kentucky requires a collaborative agreement for PMHNP practice.

Avg Cost of Living
87
Below national avg (100 = US avg)
MH Shortage Areas
10/10
top cities with HPSA designation
Avg Addiction Salary
$175K
across 17 active positions

Top Cities for Addiction Jobs in Kentucky

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Common Questions

Addiction PMHNP Jobs — FAQ

There are currently 17 substance abuse and addiction PMHNP positions available. These include MAT clinics, residential rehab facilities, detox centers, and dual-diagnosis treatment programs.