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PMHNPjobs in Waltham, MA.

Inpatient PMHNP working in Waltham, MA
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$140K-200Kavg salary
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Inpatient psychiatric NP positions in Waltham. Hospital & acute care psychiatric positions.

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  • •Get comfortable with crisis intervention and de-escalation
  • •Build rapport with multidisciplinary teams
  • •Stay current on psychopharmacology for acute conditions
  • •Negotiate shift differentials for nights and weekends
  • •Consider inpatient fellowships for specialized training

Why Inpatient?

Higher Base Pay

Inpatient PMHNPs earn $140K-$200K+ due to the demanding nature of acute psychiatric care.

Structured Environment

Hospital settings offer built-in support teams, protocols, and multidisciplinary care teams.

Defined Schedules

Many inpatient roles offer shift-based schedules (7-on/7-off, 3x12s) with no after-hours calls.

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Hospital & acute care psychiatric positions. Get comfortable with crisis intervention and de-escalation

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Practice Authority

Massachusetts has reduced practice authority for NPs.

Higher Base Pay

Inpatient PMHNPs earn $140K-$200K+ due to the demanding nature of acute psychiatric care.

Structured Environment

Hospital settings offer built-in support teams, protocols, and multidisciplinary care teams.

Defined Schedules

Many inpatient roles offer shift-based schedules (7-on/7-off, 3x12s) with no after-hours calls.

Salary & Compensation

Inpatient PMHNPs in Waltham earn $140K-200K annually.

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Waltham at a Glance

Waltham

Population
65,218
Cost of Living
131
Median Income
$90k
Shortage
✓ No
Metro: Boston-Cambridge-Newton

Market

DemandModerate (45/100)

Healthcare

Mass General BrighamBeth Israel LaheyTufts Medical CenterBoston Medical CenterDana-Farber

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Inpatient PMHNP Market in Waltham, MA

Inpatient PMHNP positions in Waltham cover acute psychiatric units, consult-liaison services, and crisis stabilization roles. Shift differentials, weekend premiums, and on-call stipends are common in addition to base salary. Demand for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners in Waltham, MA reflects the area's status as a mid-sized regional hub within Massachusetts, where PMHNPs operate under reduced practice authority requiring a collaborative agreement. Waltham is not currently a federally designated mental health shortage area, but regional psychiatric demand and the local high cost of living relative to the national average (index 131) shape PMHNP compensation in the market. Major healthcare employers in the Waltham area include Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Lahey, and Tufts Medical Center, alongside 1 active PMHNP position listed on this page.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, HRSA HPSA data, AANP State Practice Environment.

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Inpatient PMHNP Jobs in Waltham — FAQ

How many inpatient PMHNP jobs are available in Waltham, MA?

There is currently 1 inpatient PMHNP position available in Waltham, MA. New positions are posted regularly as demand for psychiatric nurse practitioners continues to grow.

What is the average PMHNP salary in Waltham?

Inpatient PMHNP positions in Waltham typically pay $140K-200K. Actual compensation depends on experience, employer type, and whether the role includes benefits.

Does Massachusetts allow PMHNPs full practice authority?

Massachusetts has reduced practice authority for nurse practitioners. PMHNPs must practice under physician supervision for prescribing and some clinical decisions.

Is Waltham a good place for PMHNP careers?

Waltham has growing demand for mental health providers. With a population of 65,218 in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro, Waltham offers access to major health systems including Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Lahey, Tufts Medical Center.

What qualifications do I need for inpatient PMHNP jobs?

To work as a PMHNP in Waltham, you need: a Master's or Doctoral degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing, ANCC PMHNP-BC certification, an active RN and APRN license in Massachusetts, and DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.