Outpatient PMHNP Jobs in California

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

Discover 124 outpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions in California

124
Outpatient Positions
$236k
Avg. Salary
8
Hiring Organizations

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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Indian Health Clinic hiring Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Provider Healthcare

San Jose, California
Full-Time

Here are more details on the Locum to perm with Indian Health Services of Santa Clara Valley If you would like to be considered and have us set up a phone interview, please send me your CV, DEA and DOB for next steps. ellenmason@providerhealthcare.com Seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner San Jo...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

Certified PMHNP needed in San Francisco, CA

GO Staffing

San Francisco, California
Full-Time

Great opportunity for a Spanish speaking, certified PMHNP to work in San Francisco. This is a well established, outpatient mental health clinic. Mon-Fri with no weekend or call. 45-60 min for initial visits, 15-30 min for follow ups and med management. Spanish heavily preferred. New Grad PMHNP accep...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

$135k/yr

Fcs Co

Redding, CA
Full-TimeOn-site

New Graduate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners LOOK HERE Outpatient program in Redding, CA has an opening for a psychiatric nurse practitioner. The practice is run by a reputable psychiatrist. Salary starts at $135,000 per year. Benefits offered. Must be available to work .

Posted 3 days ago

Psychiatric NP — Telepsychiatry

$140k-$180k/yr

Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists Inc

Orange, California
Full-TimeRemote

A private mental health organization in Orange, California is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $180,000 per year and various benefits including health insurance and a 401(...

Posted 4 weeks ago

Nurse Practitioner at San Mateo, CA

$140k/yr

Upward Health

San Mateo, California
Remote

Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors, nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Bu...

Posted 3 weeks ago

PMHNP: Flexible Outpatient Psychiatry

$200k-$250k/yr

LifeStance Health

Oceanside, California

A national mental healthcare provider is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in California, focusing on outpatient care with no nights or weekends. The role includes competitive compensation ranging from $200,000 to $250,000, along with full benefits. The ideal candidate is a fully licensed CA ...

Posted 4 weeks ago

Child & Adolescent PMHNP — Flexible, Hybrid Outpatient Role

$190k-$250k/yr

Psychbilling

San Diego, California
Hybrid

A healthcare provider is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in San Diego. This role offers flexible scheduling, competitive compensation of $190K-$250K+, and the opportunity to work in a fully outpatient environment. Ideal candidates will have a PMHNP certification and ex...

Posted 4 weeks ago

Outpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

$189k/yr

Mindpath Health

Sunnyvale, California
Full-TimeHybrid

Overview: Why Mindpath Health? Join Mindpath Health as we expand access to high quality mental health care in the communities we serve. We provide a well-supported outpatient practice setting where we treat mostly commercially insured patients of all ages with a wide range of mental health diagnos...

Posted on Feb 11, 2026

Outpatient PMHNP

$174k/yr

Mindpath Health

Los Angeles, California
Full-TimeHybrid

Overview: Mindpath Health offers a supportive environment where you can expand access to high-quality mental health care in communities we serve. • As part of a national group practice, you'll have access to collective expertise for patient benefit and professional development. • We offer TMS and S...

Posted on Feb 11, 2026

Outpatient Psych NP opportunity between Fresno and Bakersfield, CA

GO Staffing

California
Full-Time

Outpatient Psych NP opportunity centrally located between Fresno and Bakersfield, CA right next to the Sequoia National Forest. • This is an outpatient Primary Care facility with Psych services. • Mon-Fri 40 hrs a week with no call. • All ages are seen but flexible to see whatever ages you prefer. •...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Top Employers in California

  • Lifestance41 jobs
  • GO Staffing11 jobs
  • LifeStance Health11 jobs
  • Mindpath Health10 jobs
  • Talkiatry5 jobs
  • beBeeMentalHealth3 jobs
  • Fcs Co3 jobs
  • MINDPATH HEALTH3 jobs

Salary Insights

$236k
Avg. outpatient salary in California

Based on outpatient PMHNP positions with salary data in California.

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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)

Frequently Asked Questions About Outpatient PMHNP Jobs

There are currently 124 outpatient PMHNP positions available. These include private practices, community mental health centers, group practices, and integrated care clinics across the country.