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 Tennessee

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

Discover 22 outpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions in Tennessee

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$182k

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Why Choose Outpatient PMHNP Work in Tennessee?

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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Psychiatrist - Tennessee

Talkiatry

Talkiatry is a clinician-led, virtual psychiatry practice built to combine the stability of a hospital practice with the clinical autonomy of private practice. This role is designed for psychiatrists who want: • Predictable, W-2 compensation and benefits • Flexible scheduling, control over their ...

Posted on Feb 7, 2026

Advanced Nurse Practitioner - Specialty

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Genesis Healthcare System

Memphis, Tennessee

Full-TimeOn-site

GENESIS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM In order to fill our Mission of serving our community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being by providing compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, all employees of Genesis HealthCare System must be committed to living the Gene...

Posted yesterday

Advanced Practice Provider - Franklin, TN

$120k/yr

MIND BODY OPTIMIZATION 1

Franklin, Tennessee

Full-TimeRemote

Job DetailsJob Location: Franklin, TN 37067Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 SalaryMind Body Optimization Vision, Culture, and Pledge At Mind Body Optimization, our vision is to create opportunities where healing is not just a destination, but a sustainable and transfo...

Posted 4 weeks ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PMHNP or Physician Assistant PA

$80k-$100k/yr

Ally Psychiatry

Franklin, Tennessee

Full-TimeOn-site

Overview Description Exciting Opportunity for TN Psychiatric Physician Assistants & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners Ally Psychiatry is seeking a Full-Time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Psychiatric Physician Assistant to join our established outpatient clini...

Posted 3 weeks ago

Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

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...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Lifestance

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

Adult Psychiatrist

Lifestance

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Adult Psychiatrist

Lifestance

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Adult Psychiatrist

Lifestance

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Oak Ridge, TN - Psych NP - IP / OP (Mix) - $52-58 / hr. + benefits

$110k-$120k/yr

Integrated Psychiatry

Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Full-Time

Oak Ridge, TN - Psych NP - IP / OP (Mix) - $52-58 / hr. + benefits - Supportive agency seeks PMHNP for adult inpatient unit - Fantastic location 20 miles west of Knoxville, TN - Role is 32 hrs. / week inpatient. Can add 8 hrs. outpatient for 40 hours - Inpatient: ages (18+). 16 beds. ALOS: 5 days. A...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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$182k

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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 22 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 Tennessee

Why Choose Outpatient PMHNP Work in Tennessee?

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Oak Ridge, TN - Psych NP - IP / OP (Mix) - $52-58 / hr. + benefits

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