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

Last Updated: March 2026 | Hospital & acute care PMHNP positions

Discover 769 inpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions in hospitals and acute care settings

769

Inpatient Positions

$156k

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Why Work as an Inpatient PMHNP?

Higher Base Pay

Inpatient PMHNPs typically earn $140K-$200K+ annually due to the demanding nature and critical skills required for acute psychiatric care.

Structured Environment

Hospital settings offer built-in support teams, established protocols, and access to multidisciplinary care teams including psychiatrists and social workers.

Defined Schedules

Many inpatient roles offer predictable shift-based schedules (7-on/7-off, 3x12s) with no after-hours patient calls compared to outpatient settings.

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NP - Psychiatry Job in Natick, Massachusetts

$130k-$180k/yr

MetroWest Medical Center - Leonard Morse Hospital

Natick, Massachusetts

Full-Time

We are looking for qualified Nurse Practitioners to join our busy Inpatient Psychiatric Unit at MetroWest Medical Center. MetroWest Medical Center is seeking a talented Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our inpatient program. This will be a Full-Time position, 40 hours per week, with normal bu...

Posted 2 weeks ago

Nurse Practitioner; PMHNP Inpatient Psychiatry Framingham, MA - Natick

$80k-$100k/yr

Tenet Healthcare

Framingham, Massachusetts

Position: Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - FT - Inpatient Psychiatry near Framingham, MA - Natick General Summary: Provides specialized nursing services with guidance of the attending physician. Completed related work as required. Considerable medical judgment is required to determine the appropriate p...

Posted 1 week ago

Remote Psychiatrist

$300k-$350k/yr

Talkiatry

Seattle, Washington

Part-TimeRemote

Full-time and part-time W-2 employment Total annual on-target earnings of $300k - $350k • , consisting of: • Base salary • Monthly productivity incentive (guaranteed during initial 6month onboarding period) Our history Talkiatry was founded in 2020 by Dr. Georgia Gaveras, a triple board-certified ...

Posted 2 weeks ago

PRN Psychiatric NP – Inpatient Care with Flexible Schedule

$80k-$100k/yr

Direct Jobs

Clarion, Pennsylvania

A private psychiatric facility seeks a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) for a PRN position offering flexible hours. The qualified candidate will join an experienced team to provide inpatient services in a community-focused environment. Located in Clarion County, t...

Posted 2 weeks ago

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Wyoming

$180k/yr

Talkiatry

Anywhere

Full-TimeRemote

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 experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) who want: • Predictable, W-2 compensation an...

Posted 2 weeks ago

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Alaska

$180k/yr

Talkiatry

Anywhere

Full-TimeRemote

Posted 2 weeks ago

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Hawaii

$180k/yr

Talkiatry

Anywhere

Full-TimeRemote

Posted 2 weeks ago

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Idaho

$180k/yr

Talkiatry

Anywhere

Full-TimeRemote

Posted 2 weeks ago

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Wisconsin

$180k/yr

Talkiatry

Anywhere

Full-TimeRemote

Posted 2 weeks ago

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Ohio

$180k/yr

Talkiatry

Anywhere

Full-TimeRemote

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Salary Insights

$156k

Average annual salary

Based on inpatient PMHNP positions with salary data. Hospital roles often include benefits, shift differentials, and sign-on bonuses.

Inpatient Tips

•Get comfortable with crisis intervention and de-escalation
•Build strong 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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Common Settings

Inpatient PMHNPs work in psychiatric hospitals, medical center psych units, crisis stabilization units, state psychiatric facilities, and residential treatment centers. Each setting has unique patient populations and treatment approaches.

Typical Responsibilities

Inpatient PMHNPs perform psychiatric evaluations, manage medication regimens for acute conditions, conduct risk assessments, collaborate with treatment teams, and develop discharge plans. Caseloads typically range from 12-20 patients.

Schedule & Lifestyle

Many inpatient positions offer shift-based schedules like 7-on/7-off or 4x10s. Night and weekend shifts often come with significant pay differentials. Unlike outpatient, there are no after-hours patient calls — when your shift ends, you're off.

Career Growth

Inpatient experience is highly valued and opens doors to leadership roles, medical director positions, and consultation-liaison psychiatry. It also provides excellent training for crisis work and complex psychopharmacology.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Inpatient PMHNP Jobs

There are currently 769 inpatient PMHNP positions available. These include hospital-based psychiatric units, acute care facilities, crisis stabilization centers, and residential treatment programs across the country.