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Remote PMHNP - Telehealth, FT/PT (IL, WA, OR, AZ, NM, MA, NV, CO)

Tessahealth PLLC

IL, WA

Featured$175k-$450k/yrFull-TimeRemoteNew grad welcome

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

LifeStance Health

Nyack, NY

$140k-$191k/yrContractHybrid

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Prescribing Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - 1099 Contractor - Carlisle, PA

Lyra Health

Carlisle, Pennsylvania

$108k/yrContractIn-Person

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Prescribing Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - 1099 Contractor - East Berlin, PA

Lyra Health

East Berlin, Pennsylvania

$125k/yrContractIn-Person

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Prescribing Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - 1099 Contractor - Hagerstown, MD

Lyra Health

Hagerstown, Maryland

$100k/yrContractIn-Person

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Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Blackbird Health

Sterling, Virginia

$100/hrContractHybrid

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

LifeStance Health

Nyack, New York

$140k-$191k/yrContractHybrid

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNPBC

Mindify Wellness

United States

$70-$90/hrContractRemote

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Immediate Hire: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) – Telehealth

Aimergency Connect

West Palm Beach, Florida

$50-$65/hrContractRemote

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

MedElite

Montpelier, Vermont

$150k-$200k/yrContractHybrid

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Salary Insights

$130k
Average annual salary

1099 gross rates before self-employment tax.

Why Choose 1099

Built for Independence

1099 roles offer higher gross pay, full schedule control, and significant tax deduction opportunities.

Higher Gross Pay

Gross 1099 rates typically run above W2 equivalents, with significant tax deduction opportunities.

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1099 tax planning

Tax Advantages

Deduct business expenses, contribute to a SEP-IRA up to annual IRS limits, and write off home office and mileage.

Schedule flexibility

Schedule Control

Set your own hours, work with multiple clients, and control your patient volume.

Clinical autonomy

Clinical Autonomy

Choose your clinical focus, treatment approach, and patient population freely.

Multiple clients

Multi-Client

Contract with multiple practices simultaneously to diversify income streams.

LLC protection

LLC Protection

Operate under an LLC for liability protection and business tax flexibility.

Salary Comparison

1099 PMHNP listings here average $130k gross. Gross contractor rates typically run above W2 equivalents because they exclude benefits and employer-paid taxes.

1099 vs W2 salary comparison

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Before You Apply

Setting Up as a 1099 PMHNP

01

Form an LLC

Create an LLC or PLLC for liability protection and tax flexibility before signing your first contract.

02

Get Insurance

Secure individual malpractice insurance and health coverage through the marketplace.

03

Tax Setup

Get an EIN, open a business bank account, and register for quarterly estimated tax payments with the IRS.

04

Retirement Plan

Open a SEP-IRA or Solo 401k (annual IRS limits apply) to maximize your tax-advantaged retirement savings.

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1099 PMHNP Questions

What is a 1099 PMHNP position?

A 1099 PMHNP works as an independent contractor rather than a W2 employee. You receive a 1099-NEC tax form instead of a W-2. You set your own schedule, pay your own taxes (including self-employment tax), and provide your own benefits. In exchange, gross contractor rates typically run higher than W2 pay because they exclude benefits and employer-paid taxes.

How much do 1099 PMHNPs earn compared to W2?

Gross 1099 rates typically run above W2 rates because they exclude benefits and employer-paid taxes. However, after accounting for self-employment tax (15.3%), health insurance, malpractice insurance, and retirement contributions, net take-home is often closer to a comparable W2 position than the headline rate suggests.

What are the tax advantages of 1099 PMHNP work?

1099 PMHNPs can deduct business expenses including home office, mileage, professional development, malpractice insurance, health insurance premiums, retirement plan contributions (SEP-IRA or Solo 401k, up to annual IRS limits), technology/equipment, and professional memberships. These deductions can significantly reduce taxable income.

Should new grad PMHNPs take 1099 positions?

We generally recommend new grads start with W2 positions that offer mentorship, malpractice coverage, and benefits. 1099 work requires clinical confidence, business management skills, and financial discipline. Most PMHNPs transition to 1099 after 2-3 years of experience when they can negotiate better rates and manage the business aspects.

What do 1099 PMHNPs need to set up?

1099 PMHNPs should: 1) Form an LLC or PLLC for liability protection, 2) Get individual malpractice insurance, 3) Set up a business bank account, 4) Obtain an EIN from the IRS, 5) Register for quarterly estimated tax payments, 6) Open a SEP-IRA or Solo 401k, 7) Secure health insurance through the marketplace or spouse's plan.