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$85-160/hravg salary
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Contract psychiatric NP positions in Des Moines. Contract & locum tenens psychiatric NP assignments.

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1099 Remote Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - ANCC or AANP

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  • •Work with reputable staffing agencies (AMN, CompHealth)
  • •Negotiate housing/travel stipends in your contract
  • •Get your own occurrence-based malpractice policy
  • •Set aside 25-30% for self-employment taxes
  • •Ensure contract specifies patient volume expectations

Why Contract?

Premium Pay

Contract rates are typically 30-60% higher than permanent positions — $85-$160+/hour.

Tax Advantages

1099 contractors can deduct travel, housing, CME, malpractice insurance, and home office expenses.

Geographic Freedom

Try different cities, practice settings, and patient populations before committing long-term.

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Contract & locum tenens psychiatric NP assignments

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Contract & locum tenens psychiatric NP assignments. Work with reputable staffing agencies (AMN, CompHealth)

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Practice Authority

Iowa has full practice authority for NPs.

Premium Pay

Contract rates are typically 30-60% higher than permanent positions — $85-$160+/hour.

Tax Advantages

1099 contractors can deduct travel, housing, CME, malpractice insurance, and home office expenses.

Geographic Freedom

Try different cities, practice settings, and patient populations before committing long-term.

Salary & Compensation

Contract PMHNPs in Des Moines earn $85-160/hr annually.

Salary growth

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Des Moines at a Glance

Des Moines

Population
214,133
Cost of Living
90
Median Income
$66k
Shortage
✓ No

Market

DemandModerate (45/100)

Healthcare

No major healthcare systems listed for this area.

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Contract PMHNP Jobs in Des Moines: Quick Facts

As of April 2026, there is 1 contract PMHNP position available in Des Moines, IA. Des Moines has a population of 214,133 and has growing demand for mental health services. Iowa is a full practice authority state for nurse practitioners. The typical salary range for contract roles is $85-160/hr.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, HRSA HPSA data. Updated April 2026.

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Contract PMHNP Jobs in Des Moines — FAQ

How many contract PMHNP jobs are available in Des Moines, IA?

As of April 2026, there is 1 contract PMHNP position available in Des Moines, IA. New positions are posted regularly as demand for psychiatric nurse practitioners continues to grow.

What is the average PMHNP salary in Des Moines?

Contract PMHNP positions in Des Moines typically pay $85-160/hr. Actual compensation depends on experience, employer type, and whether the role includes benefits.

Does Iowa allow PMHNPs full practice authority?

Iowa has full practice authority for nurse practitioners. PMHNPs must practice under physician supervision for prescribing and some clinical decisions.

Is Des Moines a good place for PMHNP careers?

Des Moines has growing demand for mental health providers. With a population of 214,133, Des Moines offers a variety of practice settings.

What qualifications do I need for contract PMHNP jobs?

To work as a PMHNP in Des Moines, you need: a Master's or Doctoral degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing, ANCC PMHNP-BC certification, an active RN and APRN license in Iowa, and DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.