Contract Positions in California (19)
View All Jobs →California - Contract Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Posted on Feb 17, 2026
Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Posted on Feb 9, 2026
CA187a - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Posted 3 days ago
Psych NP _CA_Remote_Contract
Posted 1 week ago
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Posted 1 week ago
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Posted 1 week ago
Psych NP Washington
Posted 3 weeks ago
Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (LPNP)
Posted 3 weeks ago
PMHNP- 1099 Remote
Posted on Feb 10, 2026
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Posted on Feb 10, 2026
Top Employers
- Headway5
- Seasoned Recruitment3
- Fcs Co2
- WellPsyche2
- MCM & Associates LLC1
- Ria Health1
- GDIT1
- Talkspace1
Contract Tips
- •Negotiate contract length, extension clauses, and cancellation terms
- •Work with reputable staffing agencies for protection
- •Maintain your own benefits (health insurance, retirement)
- •Keep detailed records of all business expenses for tax deductions
- •Build relationships for contract-to-perm conversion opportunities
Why Contract?
Contract PMHNPs earn 20-50% more per hour than permanent staff, with rates of $70-130+/hr.
Contract roles let you evaluate an employer, location, and patient population before converting to permanent.
As a contract worker, deduct home office, travel, equipment, and continuing education from your taxes.
Why Choose Contract
Contract Careers in California
Contract & temp-to-perm psychiatric NP positions
Premium Rates
Contract PMHNPs earn 20-50% more per hour than permanent staff, with rates of $70-130+/hr.
Try Before You Commit
Contract roles let you evaluate an employer, location, and patient population before converting to permanent.
Tax Advantages
As a contract worker, deduct home office, travel, equipment, and continuing education from your taxes.
State Insights
California at a Glance
California requires physician supervision for PMHNPs. Recent legislation (AB 890) is phasing in expanded practice authority through 2026.