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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner New Mexico

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital·Albuquerque, New Mexico

$125,000 - $160,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
·Posted 27 days ago
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About the role

Position Summary

Are you a dedicated and compassionate mental health professional ready to make a difference in the lives of patients? We are seeking a skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team. As a PMHNP, you will play a crucial role in working with the Medical Director and physicians to assist in the stabilization process for our patients suffering behavioral problems and mental health disorders. If you are a dedicated and compassionate mental health professional with a strong desire to help others, we invite you to apply. Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of our patients. Posted

Salary Range

USD $125,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr. Wage Commensuration The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assist the Medical Director and Physicians in facilitating the stabilization process for patients suffering behavioral problems and mental health disorders. Provide diagnostic care and treatment, while focusing on psychiatric/mental health maintenance and wellness. Utilize both medicinal and therapeutic interventions in treatment plans to help our patients. Attend all Treatment Team meetings and actively collaborate with team to educate patients and families about mental illness. Participate as an active member in Quality/Process Improvement meetings. Qualifications & Requirements Must have a New Mexico Controlled Substance Registration (CSR) Must hold a current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse New Mexico License. Must have a Federal DEA License/Certification Must have Prescriptive Authority from State of New Mexico Must have Ability for Medicare and Medicaid Minimum of 500 supervised clinical hours within the PMHNP program required Must have a reliable source of transportation

Benefits

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program 401(k) Paid Time Off Plan New Pet Insurance Discount available DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it. Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families) Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction! In-facility education programs and more! EOE Statement Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

Requirements

Must have a New Mexico Controlled Substance Registration and a current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse New Mexico License. A minimum of 500 supervised clinical hours within the PMHNP program is required.

  • Collaboration
  • Patient Education
  • Compassionate Care
  • Treatment Planning
  • Transportation
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Quality Improvement
  • Behavioral Health
  • Licensure
  • Medication Management
  • Mental Health
  • Therapeutic Interventions
  • Psychiatric Care
  • Diagnostic Care
  • DEA Certification
  • Controlled Substance Registration

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$125,000 - $160,000/yr
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Posted
Jul 1, 2026
Closes
Jul 1, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital is hiring in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It operates in hospitals and health care. Headquarters: Albuquerque, New Mexico. This opening is listed as full_time.

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
HQAlbuquerque, New Mexico
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In New Mexico, behavioral-health roles are often competitive because employers look for clinicians with an active, unrestricted license and experience delivering evidence-based therapy in a HIPAA-compliant remote or hybrid setting. Flexible scheduling, professional development, and administrative support can make these openings more attractive, especially when billing and credentialing are handled for you. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and home-office setup before applying.

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