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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner New Mexico

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital
Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/13/2027

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

Salary : $125,000 - $160,000

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