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How much do forensic pmhnp jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for forensic pmhnp in the United States is $61,156.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Forensic PMHNP?

A Forensic Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is an advanced practice nurse who specializes in providing mental health care to individuals involved in the criminal justice system. These professionals assess, diagnose, and treat psychiatric disorders in settings such as prisons, jails, and courtrooms. They may also provide expert testimony in legal cases and work closely with attorneys, law enforcement, and mental health teams. Their role is crucial in addressing the mental health needs of offenders and supporting rehabilitation and public safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Forensic PMHNP?

To thrive as a Forensic Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), you need advanced psychiatric nursing knowledge, a master's or doctoral degree in nursing, PMHNP certification, and experience or training in forensic settings. Familiarity with electronic health records, risk assessment tools, and legal documentation systems is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, ethical judgment, communication, and the ability to remain composed in high-pressure situations are essential soft skills. These qualifications and skills are crucial for delivering competent mental health care within the criminal justice system while navigating complex legal and ethical challenges.

What unique challenges might a Forensic PMHNP face when collaborating with legal professionals and correctional staff?

Forensic PMHNPs often work in settings where they must bridge the gap between mental health care and the legal or correctional system. This can present challenges such as navigating confidentiality concerns, balancing therapeutic roles with legal obligations, and adapting to security protocols within correctional facilities. Additionally, effective communication with legal professionals and correctional staff is essential to ensure patient care aligns with legal requirements and safety procedures. Building trust and understanding between disciplines is key to providing ethical and effective care in these environments.

What is the difference between Forensic Pmhnp vs Forensic Psychiatric Nurse?

AspectForensic PmhnpForensic Psychiatric Nurse
CredentialsMaster's or Doctoral degree in nursing, PMHNP certificationRegistered Nurse (RN) license, often with forensic or psychiatric specialization
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, correctional facilities, forensic unitsCorrectional facilities, psychiatric hospitals, community clinics
Roles & ResponsibilitiesAssess, diagnose, treat mental health disorders, including forensic casesProvide mental health care, assist in assessments, support forensic patients

While both roles focus on mental health in forensic settings, Forensic Pmhnp typically has advanced clinical training and prescriptive authority, allowing for diagnosis and treatment. Forensic Psychiatric Nurses often focus on direct patient care and support within forensic environments. Both are vital in forensic mental health but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Forensic Pmhnp job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $61,156 per year, or $29.4 per hour.

Advanced Practice Provider (NP, PMHNP, PA)/Psychiatry/Pueblo/Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice

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Advanced Practice Provider (NP, PMHNP, PA)/Psychiatry/Pueblo/Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice

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University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Psychiatry

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider ( NP, PMHNP, PA ) /Psychiatry/Pueblo/Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice

Position #00851618 - Requisition #40752

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides medical assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients. Performs preadmission screening of patients being referred by outside agencies; admission health assessments and writes admission orders.

  • Evaluates and treats patients scheduled for medical clinic. Performs annual health assessments. Performs urgent evaluations and treats unscheduled patients in medical clinical or on patient's unit and arranges disposition.

  • Works with various members of the psychiatry treatment team to engage the patient in the treatment of their medical illnesses. Collaborates with other members of the medical staff and outside consulting physicians in the evaluation and treatment of patients. Refers patients to other medical providers and/or hospitals as necessary.

  • Communicates effectively with team members and other hospital staff.

  • Follows proper documentation policies including medical necessity for patient treatments. Remains up-to-date with documentation as described in policy.

  • Provides staff education, instruction and mentoring. Serves on various committees to assist the hospital in its mission and goals.

  • Responds to medical emergencies and code zeros within the hospital while on duty.

  • Complies with Medical Staff Bylaws and Medical Staff Rules & Regulations.

  • Maintains active clinical staff privileges and current license.

  • Performs other duties as reasonably requested.

  • Provides clinical coverage to colleagues as needed.

Work Location:

On-Site -

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

  • Medical: Multiple plan options

  • Dental: Multiple plan options

  • Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

  • Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

  • Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

  • Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

  • Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

  • Holiday Days: 10/year

  • Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

  • ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Masters degree in discipline that corresponds to required licensure

  • Current Colorado NP, PMHNP, PA license and corresponding board certification

  • 1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience. Applicable Clinical Rotations, Fellowships or Residencies may be considered to meet this criteria.

Terms of Employment:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Track:

Office for Faculty Affairs

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in forensic populations

  • Experience with inpatient settings

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff and students.

  • Knowledge, experience, and ability to manage complex information and computer systems.

How to Apply:

Screening of Applications Begins:

08/31/2026

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Advanced Practice Provider (NP, PMHNP, PA)/Psychiatry/Pueblo/Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice - 40752 Faculty

The Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) is a 516-bed acute care psychiatric hospital that provides inpatient behavioral health services for adults, adolescents and geriatric patients. CMHHIP is a forensic hospital that serves individuals with pending criminal charges who require evaluations of competency, individuals who have been found to be incompetent to proceed (restoration treatment) and individuals found to be not guilty by reason of insanity by Colorado's criminal courts.CMHHIP is located in southern Colorado on a 300-acre campus. This position will be required to be in person in Pueblo, CO and is not located on Anschutz Medical Campus. The Medical Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides medical care to the patients of the hospital. Under the supervision of a Staff Physician (MD,DO), the Medical APP will be responsible for providing medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients. :

this role is on site at the Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $757 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu. The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9751675&targetURL=https%3A%2F%2Fadvantage.cu.edu%2F) .

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the master's degree on a year for year basis. This role aligns with the Clinical Practice Trackwith a principal focus on direct patient care or program leadership. This role is not eligible for Tenure. Learn more about faculty tracks at the

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addressApplications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9751675&targetURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cu.edu%2Fcu-careers) .Questions should be directed to: Samantha Martin, Samantha.2.martin@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9751675&targetURL=mailto%3ASamantha.2.martin%40cuanschutz.edu)

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by . Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $139,390 - $139,393 The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9751675&targetURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cu.edu%2Fnode%2F153125)

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9751675&targetURL=mailto%3Ahr.adacoordinator%40ucdenver.edu) .

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9751675&targetURL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fvaccines%2Fschedules%2Fdownloads%2Fadult%2Fadult-combined-schedule.pdf) . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9751675&targetURL=https%3A%2F%2Fresearch.cuanschutz.edu%2Fehs%2Fhome%2Fdivisions%2Foccupational-health%2Foh-enrollment) .Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Faculty : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20284 - SOM-PSYCH-SP/G P3 : Full-time : Aug 7, 2026 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Samantha Martin Posting Contact Email: samantha.2.martin@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9751675&targetURL=mailto%3Asamantha.2.martin%40cuanschutz.edu) Position Number: 00851618 je-dc672dddfd1743a4b7060d0317c6df6e

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.


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