Inpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

River Valley Behavioral HealthOwensboro, Kentucky

$119k-$149k/yr Full-Time In-PersonPosted today

Role Snapshot

Schedule: Full-Time
Salary basis: Annual salary, $119k-$149k/yr
Work mode: In person
Setting: Inpatient
Population: Children and Adolescents

About this role

Description RiverValley Behavioral Health is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide psychiatric care to children and adolescents ages 4–17 at our 80-bed Children's Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young patients through comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individualized treatment planning. The PMHNP will work as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team that includes thera…

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Kentucky listings advertise 23% more than the national median

This position's advertised pay ($119k to $149k) is below the Kentucky median.

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About River Valley Behavioral Health

River Valley Behavioral Health is hiring for this PMHNP position. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners play a critical role in addressing the growing demand for mental health services across the United States. This employer is actively seeking qualified candidates to join their team.

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