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Contract PMHNP working in Houston, TX
7positions
$177kavg salary
Very Highdemand

Contract psychiatric NP positions in Houston. Contract & locum tenens psychiatric NP assignments.

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

BlueSky Telepsych

$70-$100/hr
Houston TexasContractRemote

Posted on Mar 12, 2026

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

BlueSky Telepsych

$70-$100/hr
Houston, TexasContractRemote

Posted on Mar 12, 2026

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

BlueSky Telepsych

$70-$100/hr
Houston, TexasContractRemote

Posted on Mar 12, 2026

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

BlueSky Telepsych

$70-$100/hr
Houston, TexasContractRemote

Posted on Mar 12, 2026

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Flexible Private Practice NP - Set Your Schedule

Headway

$89/hr
Houston, TXContractIn-Person

Posted 6 days ago

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Flexible Private Practice NP - Set Your Schedule

Headway

$89/hr
Houston, TXContractIn-Person

Posted 2 weeks ago

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1099 Remote Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - ANCC or AANP

Seasoned Recruitment

Houston, TXContractRemote

Posted 3 days ago

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Contract Tips

  • •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 Careers in Houston

Contract & locum tenens psychiatric NP assignments

Contract in Houston

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

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Practice Authority

Texas has restricted 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 Houston earn $177k annually.

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Houston at a Glance

Houston

Population
2,304,580
Cost of Living
97
Median Income
$69k
Shortage
⚠ Yes
Metro: Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land

Market

DemandVery High (80/100)
COL-Adjusted Salary
$182k($177k nom.)

Healthcare

Houston MethodistMemorial HermannMD AndersonBaylor St. Luke'sHCA Houston Healthcare

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Contract PMHNP Jobs in Houston: Quick Facts

As of May 2026, there are 7 contract PMHNP positions available in Houston, TX. The average salary for these positions is $177K per year, which is approximately $182K when adjusted for Houston's cost of living index (97). Houston has a population of 2,304,580 and is designated as a Mental Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), indicating high demand for psychiatric providers. Texas is a restricted 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 May 2026.

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Contract PMHNP Jobs in Houston — FAQ

How many contract PMHNP jobs are available in Houston, TX?

As of May 2026, there are 7 contract PMHNP positions available in Houston, TX. New positions are posted regularly as demand for psychiatric nurse practitioners continues to grow.

What is the average PMHNP salary in Houston?

The average contract PMHNP salary in Houston is approximately $177K per year. Adjusted for the local cost of living (index: 97), this equates to about $182K in purchasing power.

Does Texas allow PMHNPs full practice authority?

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

Is Houston a good place for PMHNP careers?

Houston is designated as a Mental Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), meaning there is high demand and often sign-on bonuses and loan repayment programs. With a population of 2,304,580 in the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land metro, Houston offers access to major health systems including Houston Methodist, Memorial Hermann, MD Anderson.

What qualifications do I need for contract PMHNP jobs?

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