KY | I/P PMHNP | Full Time, W2 | Lexington
Universal Health Services$130,000–$150,000/yrLexington, KYAdded todayStill open, checked every night- Relocation assistance
- Full-time
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Lexington, KY The Ridge Behavioral Healthcare System in Lexington, KY, is recruiting a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to work with In-Patient Services. The Ridge provides psychiatric and dual diagnosis treatment for children, adolescents, and adults.
Position Duties & Highlights: Full time employment Monday-Friday schedule Work in a collaborative practice with the opportunity to grow personally and professionally while working with a professional, competent and compassionate staff Initial evaluations of new patients; follow-ups and medication management; treatment team participation; participation in call rotation Patient population of adults Compensation: Base Salary Comprehensive Health Benefits package Paid Malpractice Insurance 401K with company match Paid Time Off CME financial assistance Relocation assistance negotiable, if moving.
Requirements: Graduation from accredited Master’s level Nurse Practitioner program with a specialty in psychiatry.
Kentucky license or the ability to obtain ANCC certification required New graduates welcome to apply THE HOSPITAL: Located in Lexington, KY, in the heart of Bluegrass Country, Ridge Behavioral Health System is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, as a licensed, 110-bed hospital, providing psychiatric and chemical dependency services to children, adolescents and adults.
Hospital website: www.ridgebhs.com Community Features: Lexington is the 2nd largest city in Kentucky, and is located in the heart of the Bluegrass Region. Greater metropolitan area population over 700,000. High quality public and private primary and secondary education systems - ranks tenth among US cities in college education rate.
Home to thriving arts organizations including a professional orchestra, two ballet companies, professional theatre, several museums, several choral organizations and a highly respected opera program at the University of Kentucky. Sports activities at community, college and professional levels.
One of the nation's most stable economies with its abundance of government, manufacturing technology, educational and general business opportunities. Quality of life amenities and activities for all lifestyle and affordable housing communities of all types. CONTACT ME FOR MORE DETAILS, OR TO APPLY!
Avis Corbett | In-house Physician Recruiter UHS | Ridge Behavioral Health System M: (615) 714-8985 avis.corbett@uhsinc.com Connect with me on LinkedIn Ridge Behavioral Health System is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS)
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About Universal Health Services
Universal Health Services is a hospital company based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, with more than 102,000 (source: Universal Health Services, Universal Health Services, Inc. to Present at September Healthcare Conferences (PR Newswire, Aug 25, 2026)) employees, 30 (source: Universal Health Services, Universal Health Services, Inc. to Present at September Healthcare Conferences (PR Newswire, Aug 25, 2026)) acute care hospitals and more than 380 (source: Universal Health Services, Universal Health Services, Inc. to Present at September Healthcare Conferences (PR Newswire, Aug 25, 2026)) behavioral health inpatient facilities in 40 (source: Universal Health Services, Universal Health Services, Inc. to Present at September Healthcare Conferences (PR Newswire, Aug 25, 2026)) states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, Ireland and the UK. Source: Universal Health Services, Universal Health Services, Inc. to Present at September Healthcare Conferences (PR Newswire, Aug 25, 2026)
Based in King of Prussia, PAHires in 39 statesPay on its listings: 31.1% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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