Contract Positions in Minneapolis (4)
View All Jobs →Child/Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Southeastern Minnesota (ORD-207928-NP-MN)
Posted on Feb 12, 2026
Certified Mental Health Professional
Posted on Feb 10, 2026
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Locum Tenens
Posted on Mar 8, 2026
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?
Contract rates are typically 30-60% higher than permanent positions — $85-$160+/hour.
1099 contractors can deduct travel, housing, CME, malpractice insurance, and home office expenses.
Try different cities, practice settings, and patient populations before committing long-term.
Why Choose Contract
Contract Careers in Minneapolis
Contract & locum tenens psychiatric NP assignments
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 PMHNP Jobs in Minneapolis: Quick Facts
As of April 2026, there are 4 contract PMHNP positions available in Minneapolis, MN. The average salary for these positions is $156K per year, which is approximately $147K when adjusted for Minneapolis's cost of living index (106). Minneapolis has a population of 429,954 and has growing demand for mental health services. Minnesota 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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