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How much do psych np jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for psych np in Reston, VA is $146,806.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $125,400.00 and $160,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner?

To thrive as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Psych NP), you need advanced clinical knowledge in psychiatric assessment and treatment, supported by a master's or doctoral degree in nursing and board certification as a PMHNP. Familiarity with electronic health records, psychiatric diagnostic tools, and psychopharmacology is essential. Exceptional communication, empathy, and critical thinking skills help build patient trust and effectively manage complex mental health cases. These competencies are crucial for delivering safe, effective mental health care and supporting patients’ recovery in diverse clinical environments.

What are some common challenges a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner might face when working in a multidisciplinary mental health team?

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners often collaborate closely with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and primary care providers. One common challenge is ensuring clear communication and coordinated care plans across various specialties, which can be complex given differing perspectives and workloads. Additionally, Psych NPs may need to advocate for their clinical decisions and maintain professional boundaries while still providing holistic, patient-centered care. Navigating these dynamics requires strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a thorough understanding of each discipline's role in patient treatment.

What is the difference between Psych Np vs Psychiatrist?

AspectPsych NpPsychiatrist
CredentialsMaster's or Doctorate in Nursing (MSN or DNP), Nurse Practitioner license, Psychiatric certificationMedical degree (MD or DO), Psychiatry residency, Medical license
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, mental health centers, private practicesHospitals, private practices, clinics, academic settings
Scope of PracticeDiagnose, treat, prescribe medication, therapy, counselingDiagnose, treat, prescribe medication, perform psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy

Psych NPs and Psychiatrists both work in mental health, but Psych NPs have nursing credentials and can prescribe medication and provide therapy, while Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can perform more complex medical assessments and procedures. The choice depends on the level of medical training and scope of practice needed.

What is a Psych NP?

A Psych NP, or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, is a registered nurse with advanced training and education (typically a master's or doctoral degree) who specializes in mental health care. They are licensed to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Psych NPs can prescribe medications, provide therapy, and develop treatment plans for individuals and families. They often work in hospitals, private practices, or community mental health centers alongside psychiatrists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals.

What can you do as a psychiatric nurse practitioner?

A psychiatric nurse practitioner (Psych NP) can assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions, often providing therapy and prescribing medications independently or collaboratively. They work in various settings such as clinics, hospitals, and private practices, utilizing their advanced training in mental health care and often requiring state licensure and certification.
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Infographic showing various Psych Np job openings in Reston, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $146,806 per year, or $70.6 per hour.

Pain Medicine Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

Inova Health System

Leesburg, VA • On-site

$110K - $142K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Pain Medicine Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

Inova is looking for a dedicated Pain Medicine Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join the team. This role will be Full Time, M-F 8:00am - 4:30pm primarily at our Loudoun Pain Clinic with possible travel to Fairfax East and Fair Oaks Pain Clinics when needed.

Inova Comprehensive Pain Centers offer a range of services for people living with acute or chronic pain. Through the combined expertise of a multidisciplinary team of pain and behavioral health specialists, we offer the most advanced treatment options currently available in a supportive, compassionate environment.

We focus on interventional pain procedures and supporting medications with an emphasis on nonopioid therapies to control and relieve pain. Many conditions are easily treated in our office with conservative therapies. For more complex cases, we have the expertise to offer the most advanced pain management techniques available.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

  • Physician Led Organization: Potential for Physician leadership opportunities
  • Committed to Team Member Health: Offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program
  • Competitive Compensation Package: Includes a market-competitive base salary, comprehensive performance incentive plan, compensation structure designed to reward quality, patient access, and clinical productivity. Additionally, opportunities for Sign-On, Retention, and Relocation bonuses
  • Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day. 457B retirement plan is also available for physicians in a 0.5 FTE and greater
  • CME Support: Up to $2,500 a year for CME support and up to 3 days of CME
  • Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: Offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans
  • Work/Life Balance: Offering paid time off and paid parental leave

Pain Medicine Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) Job Responsibilities:

  • Seeing a mix of new patients and establish patients to collaborate and support 1 physician at the Loudoun pain clinic as well as supporting additional physicians at other locations in Fairfax and Fair Oaks as needed.
  • Obtain comprehensive medical and pain histories
  • Performed focused physical exams (spinal, motor and musculoskeletal)
  • Management and assessment of Acute and Chronic (mostly) pain management
  • Recommend pharmacology options such as non-opioid management
  • Patient education, referrals to Neurosurgery, Behavioral Health, Rehab/PT, etc. when appropriate
  • Procedures interventions if interested: Trigger point and joint injections
  • Assessing behavior comorbidities and referring to pain psychologist on staff when appropriate
  • Common conditions managed:

- Chronic low back pain

- Neck pain

- Radiculopathy

- Spinal stenosis

- Degenerative disc disease

- Neuropathic pain

- Post surgical pain

Pain Medicine Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) Minimum Requirements:

  • Work schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
  • Education: Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program. Master's degree required.
  • Experience: Minimum of one year of clinical experience as an Advanced Practice Provider preferred. Prior experience in Pain Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Orthopedics, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Anesthesiology, Primary Care, or a related specialty is preferred. Experience evaluating and managing patients with acute and chronic pain conditions is desirable.
  • Payer Credentialing: Ability to successfully complete the credentialing process by third-party payors and Ability to enrolled as a CMS Medicare/Medicaid payor
  • Medical Staff Credentialing: Successful completion of credentialing for Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges sufficient to perform all required services

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior APP experience in Neurosciences, Pain Medicine, Spine or Psychiatry.

About Inova Health

We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 25,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.


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