Do PMHNPs need special certification for pediatric psychiatry?

The standard PMHNP certification (ANCC) is across-the-lifespan and qualifies you to treat children. However, employers strongly prefer candidates with pediatric clinical experience. Some programs offer child/adolescent PMHNP concentrations, and post-graduate fellowships provide specialized training.

What conditions do child & adolescent PMHNPs treat?

Common conditions include ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), eating disorders, trauma/PTSD, and emerging personality disorders. Prescribing requires careful attention to pediatric dosing, growth effects, and FDA guidelines.

Are school-based PMHNP positions available?

Yes — school-based PMHNP positions are growing rapidly as districts address the youth mental health crisis. These roles typically follow the school calendar with summers off, offer competitive salaries, and provide a rewarding opportunity to serve children where they spend most of their day.

Child & Adolescent PMHNP Jobs

Last Updated: March 2026 | Pediatric psychiatry & youth behavioral health

Discover 446 pediatric psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

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$209k

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Why Specialize in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry?

Critical Shortage

The youth mental health crisis has created unprecedented demand. There are only ~8,000 child psychiatrists for 74 million US children. PMHNPs are essential to filling this gap.

School-Based Opportunities

Growing demand for school-based mental health providers. Many districts now embed PMHNPs directly in schools, offering unique schedules aligned with the academic calendar.

Growing Compensation

Pediatric PMHNP salaries have increased 15-20% in recent years due to extreme demand. Subspecialty expertise in ASD, ADHD, and eating disorders commands premium pay.

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner a PMHNP with 2 years experience with a PMHNP, strong compensation!

Lifestance

Draper, UT

Full-TimeHybrid

At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day...

Posted 2 weeks ago

Psychiatric Mental Health NP (PMHNP) with 2 years experience as a PMHNP!, strong compensation!

Lifestance

Pleasant Grove, UT

Full-TimeHybrid

Posted 2 weeks ago

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry APP

New

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic Medical Group

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group in Ann Arbor, MI, is seeking a passionate and driven Advanced Practice Provider (APP) specializing in Psychiatry to join their team. This role offers the autonomy of private practice combined with the stability and resources of a prestigious national healthcare syste...

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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Behavioral Health

Geisinger

Port Matilda, Pennsylvania

PMHNP - Outpatient, Child & Adolescent • Assesses and establishes a presumptive diagnosis and implements treatment plans for their patient population. • Makes accurate and complete entries into the electronic medical record; orders and interprets diagnostic testing and consults as appropriate and pr...

Posted 4 days ago

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Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric )

LifeStance Health

Posted 5 days ago

Travel Pediatric/Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse - $1,839 per week

$96k/yr

New

Focus

Lawton, OK

factors, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, travel distance, demand, experience, etc. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, pmhnp, Registered Nurse, RN, Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Nurse, Psych RN, Nurse, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric .

Posted 2 days ago

Pediatric Developmental Behavioral - Full-Time NP/PA

$51-$77/hr

Advocate Aurora Health

Wake Forest, NC

Full-Time

Do: As a valued member of our healthcare team, the PA/NP will play a key role in team-focused patient care, conducting thorough Minimum of one year of experience in a pediatric and mental health environment Autism Diagnostic Observation Scale (ADOS) certification .

Posted 4 days ago

Hybrid Psychiatric NP – Impactful Inpatient Care

$100k-$125k/yr

Universal Health Services, Inc.

Leesburg, Virginia

Hybrid

A healthcare facility in Virginia seeks a fulltime Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Hybrid Schedule) to provide psychiatric, diagnostic, and therapeutic care for patients with mental health disorders. Responsibilities include assessing patient care, participating in multidisciplinary teams, and addre...

Posted 1 week ago

LOCUMS - Psych Nurse Practitioner

$75-$85/hr

BAS Healthcare

Hyattsville, Maryland

Location: Prince George County, Minutes from Washington D.C. Facility: This is an outpatient mental health clinic servicing the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Some of the services provided are consultation, case management, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy. Opportunit...

Posted 1 week ago

Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at One Behavioral Altadena, CA

One Behavioral

Altadena, California

Part-Time

Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant job at One Behavioral. Altadena, CA. Job Description One Behavioral offers a continuum of psychiatric services for children and adolescents, ages 4-17, and for adults, age 18 and older. Located in Pasadena, Texas, we strive to provide ...

Posted 6 days ago

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$209k

Average annual salary

Pediatric PMHNP roles in children's hospitals and academic medical centers often include full benefits, tuition assistance, and research opportunities.

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•Build expertise in ADHD, anxiety, and ASD

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Common Settings

Children's hospitals, school-based health centers, pediatric clinics, residential treatment facilities, juvenile justice systems, foster care agencies, and university-affiliated practices.

Common Conditions

ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), oppositional defiant disorder, eating disorders, trauma/PTSD, and emerging personality disorders in adolescents.

Certifications

While the standard PMHNP certification (ANCC) covers across-the-lifespan, additional training in child/adolescent psychiatry through fellowships or CE courses enhances competitiveness significantly.

Unique Considerations

Pediatric prescribing requires careful attention to growth effects, FDA black box warnings, and evidence-based guidelines (AAP, AACAP). Family involvement and school coordination are essential components of treatment.

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There are currently 446 child and adolescent PMHNP positions available. These span children's hospitals, school-based health centers, pediatric clinics, residential treatment facilities, and community mental health agencies.