Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Jun 4, 2025

Peregrine Health

Nurse Practitioner | NP | APRN, Psych | Behavioral Health | Mental Health

Employment Type:

Regular | Perm Employee

Schedule:

Full-time

Remote Status:

Remote

License:

Any State | US, IA

Peregrine Health

Nurse Practitioner | NP | APRN, Psych | Behavioral Health | Mental Health

Employment Type:

Regular | Perm Employee

Schedule:

Full-time

Remote Status:

Remote

License:

Any State | US, IA

Peregrine Health – Redefining Behavioral Healthcare

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

At Peregrine Health, we are building a community of providers dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered behavioral healthcare. We believe that care should be accessible, effective, and deeply integrated into the lives of the people we serve. Our approach prioritizes long-term patient impact, ensuring that behavioral health is a fundamental part of care.

We are looking for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) who bring clinical expertise, sound medical judgment, and a patient-centered approach to care. Our PMHNPs play a critical role in diagnosing and treating behavioral health conditions, managing medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, integrated care. The best PMHNPs go beyond symptom management, working to create sustainable, effective care models that empower patients and underserved communities.

What Defines a Peregrine Health PMHNP?

  • You believe behavioral healthcare should be seamless, patient-first, and driven by meaningful clinical outcomes.
  • You make confident, evidence-based decisions in medication management and treatment planning, while valuing interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • You build trust with patients and care teams, ensuring long-term engagement and better health outcomes.
  • You take a proactive, solution-focused approach, integrating medical and psychosocial factors to remove barriers to care.

Responsibilities

  • Provide psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management for patients across the lifespan (ages 5+).
  • Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans that align with patient goals.
  • Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitoring for efficacy and side effects.
  • Collaborate with primary care providers and multidisciplinary teams to support whole-person care.
  • Address co-occurring disorders, including substance use, with a comprehensive, evidence-driven approach.
  • Maintain timely, accurate documentation in partner-site EHR systems to support care continuity.
  • Engage patients through telehealth platforms to ensure accessibility and equity in care delivery.

What We’re Looking For

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with an active license
  • At least three years of clinical experience in community-based mental health settings
  • Commitment to full-time engagement
  • Ability to manage complex cases independently, demonstrating strong clinical judgment
  • A passion for building and shaping behavioral health programs that evolve with patient needs
  • Proficiency in telehealth platforms and digital tools, ensuring effective remote patient engagement
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, working across teams and patient populations

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Assistance with continuing education
  • Administrative support for licensing and credentialing
  • Operational support for seamless care delivery
  • Full-time schedule with no nights, weekends, or on-call responsibilities

Why Join Peregrine Health?

Comprehensive Provider Support:

  • Collaborative Provider Network – Connect with a team that values knowledge-sharing and growth.
  • Licensing & Credentialing Assistance – We handle the admin work so you can focus on patients.
  • Diverse Patient Populations – Work with patients that align with your clinical interests.
  • Operational & IT Support – Our team ensures you have the tools you need for seamless care.

Work-Life Balance & Benefits:

  • No nights, no weekends
  • Full-time, 5 days per week.
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $137,500.00 – $142,500.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Psychiatry
  • Trauma Medicine

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have experience working in an FQHC, RHC, or Community Clinic?
  • Have you ever worked for Integrative Health Centers or Peregrine Health?
  • This role may require you to work across the lifespan. Do you have experience working with ages 6-8 and up ?

Experience:

  • direct PMHNP: 1 year (Required)
  • Community Mental Health : 1 year (Required)

Language:

  • Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • IA PMHNP (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote