What is the average salary for inpatient PMHNPs?

Inpatient PMHNP salaries typically range from $140,000 to $200,000+ per year. Hospital roles often include night/weekend shift differentials (10-20% extra), sign-on bonuses ($5K-$25K), and full benefits including retirement and tuition reimbursement.

What does an inpatient PMHNP do daily?

Inpatient PMHNPs conduct psychiatric evaluations for new admissions, manage acute medication regimens, perform risk assessments, lead treatment team rounds, coordinate discharge planning, and provide crisis intervention. Typical caseloads range from 12-20 patients per shift depending on acuity.

Do I need experience for inpatient PMHNP positions?

While many inpatient positions prefer 1-2 years of experience, some hospitals offer fellowship programs and structured orientation for new graduates. Inpatient settings provide excellent training in crisis management, psychopharmacology, and multidisciplinary collaboration that accelerates career growth.

Inpatient PMHNP Jobs in Delaware

Last Updated: March 2026 | Hospital & acute care psychiatric positions in Delaware

Discover 6 inpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions in Delaware

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$231k

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Why Choose Inpatient PMHNP Work in Delaware?

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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Remote Psychiatrist (MD/DO) - Delaware

Talkiatry

Talkiatry is a clinician-led, virtual psychiatry practice built to combine the stability of a hospital practice with the clinical autonomy of private practice. This role is designed for psychiatrists who want: • Predictable, W-2 compensation and benefits • Flexible scheduling, control over their ...

Posted on Feb 7, 2026

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine

$150k/yr

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MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital

New Castle, Delaware

Full-TimeOn-site

Overview Location: MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital, 575 S. DuPont Hwy., New Castle, DE 19720 Schedule: Full-Time, Flexible Schedule, Mon-Fri Compensation: $150,000 per year MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital is the Premier Mental Health and Co-Occurring Addiction Treatment Center for Ad...

Posted 4 days ago

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient

Acadia

Location: MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital, 575 S. DuPont Hwy., New Castle, DE 19720 Schedule: Full-Time, Flexible Schedule, Mon-Fri Compensation: $150,000 per year MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital is the Premier Mental Health and Co-Occurring Addiction Treatment Center for Adolescents,...

Posted 4 days ago

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient

$138k/yr

Acadia Healthcare

Manor, New Castle County

Full-TimeOn-site

Posted 3 days ago

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New Grads Welcome - Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, Area Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Job

RecruitWell

Lewes, Delaware

Part-Time

New Grads Welcome – Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Area Position Overview A physician-owned primary care private practice in the Rehoboth Beach, Delaware area is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join its growing outpatient team...

Posted 4 weeks ago

coastal mental health care position

beBeeMental

Lewes, Delaware

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Opportunity in Coastal Delaware A physician-owned primary care private practice seeks a Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join its growing outpatient team. Required Skills and Qualifications • Clinical experience as a Psychiatric Nurs...

Posted 3 weeks ago

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$231k

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Inpatient Tips

•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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Inpatient PMHNP Jobs

There are currently 6 inpatient PMHNP positions available. These include hospital-based psychiatric units, acute care facilities, crisis stabilization centers, and residential treatment programs across the country.