Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner
Assess, diagnose, and treat individuals and families with mental health or substance use disorders or the potential for such disorders. Apply therapeutic activities, including the prescription of medication, per state regulations, and the administration of psychotherapy.
At a Glance
Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner earns an average of $102,500/yr. Typical education: Master's degree. Experience: 1.7–2.3 years. Top skills: Psychiatry, Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP), Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing.
$102,500/yr
Master's degree
1.7–2.3 years
18
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses
Median Wage
$93,600/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.9%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (24)
Psychiatry
Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing
Mental Health
Medication Administration
Treatment Planning
Psychiatric Care
Nursing
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Behavioral Health
Substance Abuse
Mental Status Examination
Mental Diseases
Motor Vehicle Operation
Psychiatric Treatments
Phlebotomy
Psychiatric Assessments
Medicare
Major Depressive Disorder
Trauma Care
Bipolar Disorder
Dual Diagnosis
Telepsychiatry
Medicaid
Sputum
Common Skills (1)
Customer Service
Certifications (5)
Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP)
Board Certified/Board Eligible
ANCC Certified
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Related Specializations
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