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

Last Updated: March 2026 | Clinic, private practice & community mental health

Discover 2073 outpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

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$192k

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Why Work as an Outpatient PMHNP?

Work-Life Balance

Most outpatient positions offer Monday-Friday schedules with no nights, weekends, or on-call requirements. Predictable hours for better personal life.

Long-Term Patient Relationships

Build meaningful therapeutic relationships over months and years. See patients improve through ongoing medication management and therapy support.

Private Practice Potential

Outpatient experience is the foundation for starting your own practice. Many PMHNPs transition to private practice earning $200K+ with full autonomy.

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Remote PMHNP Oregon Licensed 8

$132k/yr

Iris Telehealth for Providers

Washington, District of Columbia

Full-TimeRemote

Position: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) - Oregon License Required Location:32-40 hours per week Fully Remote - PST (U.S. Only) Compensation:$132,000/year at 40 hrs/wk Only candidates with a valid PMHNP-BC license in Oregon will be eligible for consideration for this posi...

Posted 1 week ago

LOCUMS - Psych Nurse Practitioner

$75-$85/hr

BAS Healthcare

Hyattsville, Maryland

Location: Prince George County, Minutes from Washington D.C. Facility: This is an outpatient mental health clinic servicing the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Some of the services provided are consultation, case management, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy. Opportunit...

Posted 1 week ago

Part Time Locums - certified PMHNP for outpatient clinic setting between Elgin and McHenry, IL

$80/hr

GO Staffing

McHenry, Illinois

Part-Time

Long Term Locums - Part Time schedule - outpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner clinic opportunity to go between clinics within the Elgin, and McHenry areas of Illinois. • Certified PMHNP with experience required • Must be able to work without collaborative physician agreement • Need...

Posted 1 week ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

$174k/yr

Wellness Road Psychology

New York City, New York

ContractHybrid

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP ) Outpatient Behavioral Health | Collaborative Psychology Practice Join a Collaborative, Established Psychology Practice Location: Tarrytown, New York (Hybrid/Telehealth options may be available) Schedule: Flexible Position Type: Director of Psychiatry / Minorit...

Posted 1 week ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed-

Olesky Associates

Waltham, Massachusetts

Part-Time

Company Description Olesky Associates, Inc. has been in the placement / recruiting industry for three decades. We offer an extensive array of services, ranging from physician placement to practice and hospital brokering. Our Search Consultants located in our home office in Massachusetts utilize a...

Posted 1 week ago

Full Time Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner

Bon Secours Mercy Health

Greenville, South Carolina

Full-Time

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Position St. Francis Primary Care Downtown Greenville, SC Bon Secours Mercy Health is the fifth largest Catholic Healthcare system in the nation. We are one ministry serving communities in seven states, pursuing one Mission to improve the health and well...

Posted 4 days ago

PMHNP: Hybrid Outpatient—Flexible Schedule, Top Pay & Sign-On

$260k/yr

LifeStance Health

Chesterfield, MO

Hybrid

leading mental healthcare provider in Chesterfield, MO, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to deliver high- work environment. Candidates must be licensed in Missouri as an APRN with PMHNP Board Certification and have at least one year of .

Posted 5 days ago

PMHNP: Hybrid Outpatient Psychiatry — Top Pay & Flexible Schedule

$208k-$260k/yr

Stryker Corporation

Saint Louis, MO

Hybrid

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in St. Louis, MO. This role involves providing primarily in outpatient settings. Candidates should have Missouri APRN licensure, PMHNP certification, and at least one year of .

Posted 5 days ago

PMHNP: Flexible Schedule, Top Pay, Outpatient (MO)

$190k-$250k/yr

LifeStance Health

Columbia, MO

A leading mental healthcare provider is looking for a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Columbia, MO. The role offers flexible in a fully outpatient setting. Candidates must have Missouri APRN licensure and PMHNP certification, along with relevant experience .

Posted 5 days ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Carilion Clinic

Christiansburg, Virginia

Full-TimeIn-Person

Carilion Clinic St. Albans Hospital is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP), preferably a PMHNP, but will also consider FNPs and PAs, to join their Psychiatry team. This role offers an opportunity to work in a forward-thinking environment with extensive training, supportive leadershi...

Posted 6 days ago

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Salary Insights

$192k

Average annual salary

Based on outpatient PMHNP positions. Private practice roles may earn significantly more with productivity-based compensation.

Outpatient Tips

•Start with structured clinic experience before private practice
•Build expertise in evidence-based psychotherapy integration
•Negotiate productivity bonuses if seeing above threshold
•Consider part-time private practice alongside W-2 employment
•Get comfortable with therapy modalities (CBT, DBT, MI)

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Common Settings

Outpatient PMHNPs work in private practices, community mental health centers (CMHCs), group practices, university counseling centers, federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), and integrated primary care clinics.

Typical Caseload

Outpatient PMHNPs typically see 12-20 patients per day for medication management (15-30 min appointments) or 6-8 patients with therapy integration (45-60 min). Panel sizes range from 300-800 active patients.

Path to Private Practice

Most PMHNPs gain 2-3 years of outpatient experience before launching a private practice. Key steps: obtain independent practice authority (state-dependent), get credentialed with insurance panels, and build referral networks.

Compensation Structure

W-2 positions typically offer $130K-$190K base salary plus benefits. 1099/private practice PMHNPs can earn $200K-$300K+ based on patient volume, with overhead costs of $2K-$5K/month for a solo practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Outpatient PMHNP Jobs

There are currently 2073 outpatient PMHNP positions available. These include private practices, community mental health centers, group practices, and integrated care clinics across the country.