PMHNP Hiring
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PMHNPjobs in Austin, TX.

Full-Time PMHNP working in Austin, TX
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Full-Time psychiatric NP positions in Austin. Permanent full-time psychiatric NP positions with benefits.

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Staff Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Remote | Telehealth | Full-Time or Part-Time | Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands

Legion Health

Austin, Texas

$150k-$300k/yrFull-TimeRemote

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Staff Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Remote | Telehealth | Full-Time or Part-Time | District of Columbia

Legion Health

Austin, Texas

$150k-$300k/yrFull-TimeRemote

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

deepcentered

Austin, Texas

$140k-$155k/yrFull-TimeIn-Person

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Brave Health

Austin, Texas

$125k-$135k/yrFull-TimeIn-Person

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Full-Time Tips

  • •Negotiate the sign-on bonus, not just the base
  • •Ask about panel size and aim for 14-18 patients per day
  • •Clarify on-call requirements before accepting
  • •Review non-compete clauses carefully
  • •Confirm CME budget and time-off allowance

Why Full-Time?

Comprehensive Benefits

Full health insurance, dental, vision, retirement plans, and PTO, typically 20-30 days off.

Job Security

Stable employment with consistent income, malpractice coverage, and professional development support.

Career Growth

Access to leadership tracks, an annual CME allowance, and promotion opportunities.

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Full-Time Careers in Austin

Permanent full-time psychiatric NP positions with benefits

Full-Time in Austin

Permanent full-time psychiatric NP positions with benefits. Negotiate the sign-on bonus, not just the base

Full-Time PMHNP
Full-Time growth

Practice Authority

Texas has restricted practice authority for NPs.

Comprehensive Benefits

Full health insurance, dental, vision, retirement plans, and PTO, typically 20-30 days off.

Job Security

Stable employment with consistent income, malpractice coverage, and professional development support.

Career Growth

Access to leadership tracks, an annual CME allowance, and promotion opportunities.

Salary & Compensation

Too few full-time employers in Austin disclose a range for a median to mean anything, so each listing shows its own.

Salary growth

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Local Insights

Austin at a Glance

Austin

Population
961,855
Cost of Living
107
Median Income
$72k
Shortage
⚠ Yes
Metro: Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown

Market

DemandHigh (70/100)

Healthcare

Ascension SetonSt. David's HealthCareBaylor Scott & WhiteCommUnityCare

Full-Time PMHNP Market in Austin, TX

Full-time PMHNP positions in Austin typically offer comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement match, malpractice coverage, and 4 to 6 weeks of PTO) alongside base salaries calibrated to cost of living near the national average. The largest employers hiring on this basis locally include Ascension Seton and St. David's HealthCare. Full-Time PMHNP demand in Austin, TX, reflects the area's status as a large urban center within Texas, where psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners operate under restricted practice authority requiring physician supervision. The federal HRSA designates Austin as a Mental Health Professional Shortage Area, so positions here are typically eligible for NHSC Loan Repayment and federal loan forgiveness programs. The local cost of living near the national average (index 107) factors directly into compensation expectations. Major healthcare employers in the Austin area include Ascension Seton, St. David's HealthCare, and Baylor Scott & White, alongside 4 active Full-Time PMHNP positions listed on this page.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (population), HRSA (Mental Health Professional Shortage Area designation), AANP State Practice Environment (practice authority).

Common Questions

Full-Time PMHNP Jobs in Austin: FAQ

How many full-time PMHNP jobs are available in Austin, TX?

There are currently 4 full-time PMHNP positions available in Austin, TX. New positions are posted regularly as demand for psychiatric nurse practitioners continues to grow.

What do full-time PMHNP jobs in Austin pay?

Too few full-time employers in Austin disclose a range for a median to mean anything, so this page does not publish one; each listing shows its advertised pay when the employer includes it. Compensation depends on experience, employer type, and whether the role includes benefits, and Austin's cost of living index is 107 (national average = 100).

Does Texas grant PMHNPs full practice authority, and does it apply to full-time roles?

Texas has restricted practice authority for nurse practitioners, and it applies to full-time positions the same as any other setting. PMHNPs must practice under physician supervision for prescribing and some clinical decisions.

Is Austin a good market for full-time PMHNP work?

Austin is designated as a Mental Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), meaning there is high demand and often sign-on bonuses, loan repayment eligibility, and competitive salaries for PMHNPs. With a population of 961,855 and part of the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown metro area, it currently carries 4 full-time openings across employers including Ascension Seton, St. David's HealthCare, Baylor Scott & White.

What qualifications do I need for full-time PMHNP jobs in Austin?

To work as a PMHNP in Austin, TX, you need: (1) a Master's or Doctoral degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing, (2) national certification as a PMHNP (ANCC-certified), (3) an active RN and APRN license in Texas, and (4) DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances. Full-Time positions may carry additional requirements specific to the employer and setting.