Outpatient PMHNP Jobs

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

Discover 2330 outpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

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Outpatient Positions
$170k
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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.

All Outpatient Positions (2330)

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Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric

$164k-$171k/yr

LifeStance Health

Crofton, Maryland
Full-TimeHybrid

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 Mar 8, 2026

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Pmhnp – Psychiatry, Detroit Lakes, MN

$128k-$179k/yr

Essentia Health

Fergus Falls, Minnesota
Full-TimeHybrid

Building Location: St Marys - Detroit Lakes ClinicDepartment: 3201250 PSYCHOLOGY - DL CLINJob Description: Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to...

Posted on Mar 6, 2026

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Levittown, NY

$150k-$160k/yr

ProTouch Staffing

Levittown, New York
Contract
Direct Apply

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Levittown, NY Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Schedule: 8 hour day shifts (no on-call/no weekends/no hospital/nursing-home rounds) Practice Setting: outpatient medical practice Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health N...

Posted on Feb 28, 2026

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Residency Program Director

$140k-$160k/yr

Blackbirdhealth

Remote
Remote
Direct Apply

About Blackbird Health Blackbird Health is clinician-founded, owned, and operated by dedicated professionals. We believe that providing the best care for children starts with building the best possible team. We deliver virtual and in-person mental health services across Pennsylvania, Virginia, and ...

Posted on Mar 12, 2026

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Nurse Practitioner - PMHNP

$144k-$276k/yr

LifeStance Health

Boulder, Colorado
Full-TimeRemote

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 Mar 1, 2026

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Psychiatry Consult Service-Full-Time (Voorhees, NJ)

$135k - $135k/yr

Virtua

Voorhees Township, New Jersey
Part-TimeOn-site
Direct Apply

Location: Voorhees, New Jersey Schedule: 40 hours, Monday–Friday, 1st shift Are you a compassionate Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients and families during life’s most challenging moments? Virtua Health invites you to join our expanding Psychiatry team, where your ...

Posted on Feb 27, 2026

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Outpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

$155-$203/hr

Therapymatch Inc. (DBA Headway)

York Haven, Pennsylvania
Full-TimeHybrid
Direct Apply

Outpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Compensation: $155 to $203 per hour Experience the flexibility of building your private practice as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with Headway. See patients on your availability—whether alongside another position or as your main focus. Our...

Posted on Feb 24, 2026

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Services at GBMC - Towson, MD

$87k-$101k/yr

Sheppard Pratt

Towson, Maryland
Part-TimeIn-Person

This position is part-time employed through Sheppard Pratt Solutions on behalf of Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC). Sheppard Pratt partners with health systems nationwide to deliver high-quality acute psychiatric care in local communities. What to expect: Based in GBMC’s Emergency Departmen...

Posted on Feb 28, 2026

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

$187k-$300k/yr

Lifestance Health Inc.

Warwick, Rhode Island
Full-TimeHybrid
Direct Apply

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 28, 2026

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Outpatient Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at Centra Medical Group Lynchburg, VA

$150k-$170k/yr

Centra Medical Group

Lynchburg, Virginia
Full-TimeOn-site

Outpatient Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) job at Centra Medical Group. Lynchburg, VA. Outpatient Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) – Lynchburg, VA Centra is proud to support the mental well-being of our community through a comprehensive range of psychiatric...

Posted on Feb 23, 2026

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Salary Insights

$170k
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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Outpatient PMHNP Jobs

There are currently 2330 outpatient PMHNP positions available. These include private practices, community mental health centers, group practices, and integrated care clinics across the country.