29-1141.02

Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses

Assess, diagnose, and treat individuals and families with mental health or substance use disorders or the potential for such disorders. Apply therapeutic activities, including the prescription of medication, per state regulations, and the administration of psychotherapy.

2.5OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

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Safer than 25% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 50% probability of automation for this role
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25%
of jobs safer
763
jobs riskier than this
+4.9%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Human-Centric

This occupation relies heavily on human judgment, empathy, creativity, or physical dexterity that remains beyond current AI capabilities.

Advanced practice psychiatric nurses (PMHNPs) prescribe medications, conduct psychiatric evaluations, and provide therapy in a field facing a severe national shortage of mental health providers. AI tools like Eleos Health can assist with session documentation and treatment planning suggestions, but the diagnostic judgment, prescribing authority, and therapeutic relationship require licensed practitioners. Through 2027, the mental health crisis in the U.S. means demand dramatically outstrips supply, making this one of the most secure healthcare roles from any form of displacement.

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Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$93,600
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+4.9%
As fast as average
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
Job Zone 5 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (1)
Mixed
Critical Thinking80%
Active Learning75%
Complex Problem Solving78%
Judgment and Decision Making82%
Reading Comprehension72%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →