Outpatient Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)

High Plains Mental Health Center

$80K — $100K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing.
  • APRN licensure in Kansas as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist.
  • QMHP designation required.
  • Proficient with modern technology including EMRs and telehealth platforms.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development is a must.

Responsibilities

  • Provide psychopharmacological services by prescribing medications according to protocols.
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric and physical assessments including history-taking and differential diagnoses.
  • Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients.
  • Monitor and assess patient symptoms as well as medication side effects.
  • Act as the primary referral point for medical evaluations.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team for integrated care.
  • Offer crisis intervention and manage chronic mental health conditions.
  • Educate patients and families on prevention strategies and treatment options.

Benefits

  • Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance coverage provided.
  • Generous paid time off and extended illness leave.
  • Retirement planning with a 403(b) and KPERS.
  • Access to supplemental benefits.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
  • Seven paid holidays throughout the year.
  • Convention leave and funds for continuing education units (CEUs).
  • Support for license renewal costs.
  • Opportunities for scholarships, work-study, and internship programs.
  • $15,000 sign-on bonus paid in increments.
Full Job Description
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 at 7:00am CDT.

Location: Oberlin, Kansas

Pay: Salary based on experience | $15,000 ENHANCED SIGN-ON BONUS! [awarded in increments: $5k- 90 days; $5k- 6 months; $5k- 1 year]

Job Type: Full-Time | In-Person

Schedule: Typical hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Some flexibility may be required based on patient needs.

What You'll Do:
  • Provide psychopharmacological services, including prescribing medications in accordance with written protocols.
  • Conduct psychiatric and physical assessments, history-taking, and differential diagnoses.
  • Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each patient.
  • Monitor patient symptoms and medication side effects.
  • Serve as the primary point of referral for medical evaluations.
  • Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
  • Offer crisis intervention and management of chronic mental health issues.
  • Educate patients and families on prevention and treatment.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.


What We Offer:

-Competitive Salary

-Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Excellent Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Time
  • 403(b) Plan
  • KPERS Retirement Plan
  • Supplemental Benefits
  • HSA & FSA
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • Convention Leave & Funds [to obtain CEUs]
  • License Renewal
  • Scholarship, work-study, & internship opportunities for employees
  • $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • And more!


Submitting Your Application:

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the future of mental health services, we want to hear from you! APPLY TODAY!

If you have any questions or need help with documentation, please feel free to contact [email protected].

Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing.
  • APRN licensure in the State of Kansas as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist.
  • Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) designation.
  • Proficiency with modern technology (e.g., computers, EMRs, telehealth platforms).
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development.


Salary Description

$15,000 sign-on bonus!

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