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.

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

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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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Locum Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

AVA Search Group, LLC

Boston, Massachusetts

Locum Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner – Northeast Massachusetts / Behavioral Health NP Outpatient behavioral health team serving patients across the lifespan in the greater Boston region. This locum assignment offers a structured weekday schedule, strong administrative support, and the opportunity t...

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Psychiatry Full-Time position in Hendersonville, Tennessee

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LifeStance Health

Hendersonville, Tennessee

Full-TimeIn-Person

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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Psychiatry Full-Time position in Evansville, Indiana

LifeStance Health

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Psych APRN

FCS, Inc.

Sanford, Florida

🧠 Psych APRNs… Sanford, Florida Has a Question For You. Where have you been hiding? Because every behavioral health program in Central Florida seems to be asking the same thing: “Does anyone know a good Psych APRN?” Bonus points if you speak Spanish. If that’s you… keep reading. 💰 LET’S STAR...

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Full-Time Clinical-Track Faculty: Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing (School of Nursing)

Inside Higher Ed

Hamden, CT

Full-Time

Overview Quinnipiac University's School of Nursing invites applicants who are dynamic clinicians in the clinical areas of behavioral and mental health including certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with expertise in teaching in didactic .

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Temporary Adult APRN-Psych- Community Health

Optimus Health Care, Inc.

Stamford, Connecticut

Remote

Join a Team That Makes a Difference at Optimus Health Care! Are you passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centered care? Optimus Health Care—the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County—is looking for dedicated professionals to join our team! With multiple loc...

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Outpatient PMHNP - Hybrid Schedule + Real-Time Incentives

Mindpath Health Medical Group

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Hybrid

A healthcare organization in Chapel Hill, NC, is seeking clinicians to join its team, offering innovative mental health services. Clinicians will manage medication and provide therapy to patients, backed by a collaborative environment. The organization promotes a flexible work schedule, allowing for...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care

Kent, WA

Position: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Location: Kent, WA Job Id: 714 # of Openings: 0 About Us As a organization, Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services, from inpatient to outpatient .

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APRN - Per Diem

SCADD Inc

Lebanon, CT

Per Diem

opportunity to make a significant and positive impact on the quality of lives and the community. We are seeking a per diem Psychiatric APRN (up to 20 hours/week) with strong competency in outpatient psychiatry and a dedicated interest in addiction medicine, trauma .

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Locums PMHNP- Intensive Outpatient Care Program

BAS Healthcare

Kennewick, Washington

Contract

Location: Tri Cities area of Washington. Includes Kennewick, Pasco and Richland The Tri-Cities metropolitan area in southeastern Washington is composed of three cities: Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland. Located at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake, and Yakima rivers, the area is known for its vibr...

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Salary Insights

$193k

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 1975 outpatient PMHNP positions available. These include private practices, community mental health centers, group practices, and integrated care clinics across the country.