PMHNP

Job ID: RQ00002209
Lincoln, NE
Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatry
Perm/Full-Timeoutpatient

Psychiatrist – Outpatient Behavioral Health (Flexible Patient Load)

Location: Lincoln, NE | Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

About the Opportunity

Join a leading outpatient behavioral health and neuroscience center in Lincoln, Nebraska, renowned for its innovative approach to treatment-resistant depression and complex behavioral health conditions. This respected center integrates behavioral health, neurology, primary care, and clinical research, providing comprehensive care in a state-of-the-art setting. Be a part of a team that values continuous innovation and advanced treatment modalities.

Position Overview

As a full-time Psychiatrist in this fully outpatient setting, you'll focus on treating adults and young adults with mood disorders, ADHD, and treatment-resistant depression. With appointment times ranging from 15 to 30 minutes, you will have the flexibility to manage your patient load. The practice operates within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, supported by a modern EMR system and a dedicated administrative team.

Position Highlights

  • ✓ Base salary with a per-patient RVU structure and one-year guarantee
  • ✓ Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.)
  • ✓ Sign-on and retention bonus potential
  • ✓ Additional compensation for extra duties or supervisory roles
  • ✓ Paid time off and paid holidays
  • ✓ Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • ✓ 401(k) with employer contribution
  • ✓ Malpractice, license, and DEA fees covered
  • ✓ Relocation assistance available
  • ✓ Annual renegotiation of salary and bonuses
  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive per-patient RVU structure with a guaranteed base salary during the first year
  • Incentives for sign-on, retention, and additional responsibilities
  • Robust benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans
  • Ideal Candidate

    The ideal candidate is a dedicated Psychiatrist passionate about innovative behavioral health care, with an interest in mood disorders, ADHD, and treatment-resistant depression. New graduates who value teamwork, autonomy, and professional growth are encouraged to apply.

    Next Steps

    Interested candidates are invited to apply. The interview process includes a preliminary phone interview followed by an on-site visit to meet the team and learn more about the opportunity. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated Psychiatrist to our dynamic team.

    Compensation context

    Posted range on this job
    $130k–$180k
    Median psychiatric nurse practitioner midpoint, nationwide
    $154,000
    27 openings with a range
    Median midpoint in Nebraska
    $155,000
    3 openings with a range

    Figures are posted ranges on current searches, recomputed hourly, not survey estimates. See psychiatric nurse practitioner salary by state →

    Frequently asked questions

    Is this PMHNP position in Lincoln, Nebraska still open?
    Yes. This page comes from a live search MedStaff Nationwide is running for a client, and it is taken down the day the position fills. The search was posted on September 4, 2026.
    What does this psychiatric nurse practitioner job pay?
    The employer attached a range of $130k–$180k to this search. A posted range is the starting point, not the offer; sign-on, loan repayment, relocation, and CME are negotiated on top. For context, the median posted midpoint across 27 current psychiatric nurse practitioner openings nationwide is $154,000.
    Is there a fee to apply through MedStaff Nationwide?
    No. The hiring organization pays our fee, never you. You work with one recruiter for the whole search, and nothing is sent to the employer without your permission.
    How long does it take to get licensed in Nebraska?
    APRN licensure and scope-of-practice rules vary by state, including Nebraska's requirements for prescriptive authority and collaborative agreements. Your MedStaff recruiter helps you navigate Nebraska board requirements and credentialing timelines before you start.
    What happens after I apply?
    The recruiter running this search calls you, usually within one business day, to confirm fit, answer the questions the posting leaves out, and set up the first interview if you want to move forward.