What is the average outpatient PMHNP salary?

Outpatient PMHNP salaries typically range from $130,000 to $190,000 for W-2 positions. Private practice owners can earn $200,000-$300,000+ depending on patient volume and insurance panel mix.

What does a typical outpatient PMHNP schedule look like?

Most outpatient positions offer Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm schedules with no nights, weekends, or on-call requirements. Typical caseloads are 12-20 patients per day for medication management, or 6-8 if integrating therapy. Many clinics offer 4-day work weeks.

Can outpatient PMHNPs start their own private practice?

Yes — outpatient experience is ideal preparation for private practice. In full practice authority states, PMHNPs can open independent practices. Most PMHNPs gain 2-3 years of supervised experience first, then transition to private practice earning $200K+ with full schedule control.

Outpatient PMHNP Jobs in California

Last Updated: March 2026 | Clinic & private practice positions in California

Discover 113 outpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions in California

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$237k

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Why Choose Outpatient PMHNP Work in California?

Work-Life Balance

Most outpatient positions offer M-F schedules with no nights, weekends, or on-call requirements.

Long-Term Relationships

Build meaningful therapeutic relationships through ongoing medication management and therapy.

Private Practice Path

Outpatient experience is the foundation for starting your own practice earning $200K+ with full autonomy.

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Virtual Family Nurse Practitioner - [Overnights - CA / NY / DC licensed]

$74-$82/hr

One Medical

Los Angeles, CA

Full-TimeIn-Person

One Medical is a primary care solution challenging the industry status quo by making quality care more affordable, accessible and enjoyable. But this isn’t your average doctor’s office. We’re on a mission to transform healthcare, which means improving the experience for everyone involved - from pati...

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Nurse Practitioner Behavioral Health - Rural Health Clinic

Sutter Health

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: MHLB-Memorial Hospital Los Banos Position Overview: Assesses, diagnoses, plans and implements the medical care of patients in collaboration with a physician. Functions within the full scope of licensure; accountable for th...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Hybrid

Lifestance

At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day...

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Nurse Practitioner

$95-$110/hr

ODYSSEY BEHAVIORAL GROUP

Folsom, California

ContractIn-Person

Schedule: PRN as needed, 2-10 hours per week Location: Onsite, Sacramento, CA Why You Will Love Working With Us! At Clearview Outpatient, we are a dynamic, dedicated, and growing team of professionals deeply passionate about providing evidence-based and personalized clinical care for ...

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Adult Psychiatrist - Hybrid Schedule

Lifestance

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Adult Psychiatrist - Hybrid Schedule

Lifestance

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Nurse Practitioner | LA Street Medicine

$135k-$187k/yr

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Akidolabs

Los Angeles

Akido builds AI-powered doctors. Akido is the first AI-native care provider, combining cutting-edge technology with a nationwide medical network to address America’s physician shortage and make exceptional healthcare universal. Its AI empowers doctors to deliver faster, more accurate, and more compa...

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Outpatient Psychiatrist

Lifestance

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Lifestance

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Outpatient Psychiatrist

Lifestance

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Outpatient Tips

•Start with structured clinic work before private practice
•Build expertise in evidence-based psychotherapy integration
•Negotiate productivity bonuses for high patient volume
•Consider part-time private practice alongside W-2 work
•Get comfortable with therapy modalities (CBT, DBT, MI)

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There are currently 113 outpatient PMHNP positions available. These include private practices, community mental health centers, group practices, and integrated care clinics across the country.

Outpatient PMHNP Jobs in California

Why Choose Outpatient PMHNP Work in California?

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Private Practice Path

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