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

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$168k

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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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Monterey, CA - Psych NP - Outpatient - $135K-$145K + Benefits

$135k-$145k/yr

Integrated Psychiatry

Monterey, California

Full-TimeOn-site

Monterey, CA - Psych NP - Outpatient - $135K-$145K + Benefits • State of the art medical facility in Monterey CA seeking FT Psych NP • One of the most beautiful locations in US - 45 mins from San Jose • Ideal candidate will have 1+ year of PMHNP experience • Work in an outpatient clinic seeing patie...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Lancaster NH - Psych NP - O/P - $150-$164K + Loan Repay + 6 Wks PTO

$150k-$164k/yr

Integrated Psychiatry

New Hampshire

Full-TimeOn-site

- Exceptional multidisciplinary group seeking FT Psych NP in New Hampshire - Join a supportive / collaborative team - minimum 2+ years of NP experience - Work Mon - Fri, no weekends and no call - Work with all ages as per your scope of certification - Position includes both general outpatient psych ...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Lowell MA - Psych NP - Outpatient / No Call - $125-150K + 6 Wks PTO

$125k-$150k/yr

Integrated Psychiatry

Lowell, Massachusetts

Full-TimeOn-site

- Exceptional multidisciplinary group seeking FT PMHNP for Lowell clinic - Join supportive / collaborative team: need (1x) one year APRN experience - Treat primarily children / adolescents in an outpatient setting (no call) - 60 minutes for initial evaluations, 20 minutes for medication management -...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Chicago IL - Psych NP - 100% OP / No Call - $135K + Benefits

$120k-$135k/yr

Integrated Psychiatry

Evanston, Illinois

Full-TimeOn-site

- Exceptional multidisciplinary team seeking fulltime Psych NP - You will treat patients ages 14 – 40 in an outpatient setting - 60 minute evaluations; 30 minute medication management - Mon–Fri schedule: 8:30 – 5:30. Flex schedule may be possible - Staff: 2 Psych MD, 8 PhD / PsyD, RN-CADC, 2 LCSW, O...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Show Low, AZ - Psych NP - $10K Sign On + $30K Loan Repay

$120k-$150k/yr

Integrated Psychiatry

Show Low, Arizona

Contract

- Supportive agency in Show Low, AZ seeking FT Psych Nurse Practitioner - Beautiful location in the White Mountains. Live in true "Vacation Town" - The position will require you to treat all ages (5+) in an outpatient clinic - Very reasonable caseload (~15 pts. / day). Excellent support from team - ...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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

$110k-$120k/yr

Integrated Psychiatry

Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Full-TimeOn-site

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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Westport + New Haven CT - Psych NP - $135-165K+ Benefits

$135k-$165k/yr

Integrated Psychiatry

New Haven, Connecticut

Full-TimeOn-site

- Exceptional multidisciplinary team seeking fulltime Psych NP - You will treat adult patients ages 18+ in an outpatient setting - 60 minute evaluations; 30 minute medication management - Mon–Fri schedule. 4 day, 10 hour schedule may be possible - Staff: 1x Psych MD, 2x Psych NPs, PhD / PsyD, RN, LC...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Lawton, OK - Psych NP - O/P + TMS - to $150K + 5 weeks PTO

$120k-$150k/yr

Integrated Psychiatry

Lawton, Oklahoma

Full-TimeOn-site

Lawton, OK - Psych NP - O/P + TMS - to $150K + 5 weeks PTO - Fantastic opportunity to join a successful and growing private practice - Team operates outpatient clinics in cooperation with US Military - Work Mon - Fri, no weekends and no call. Highest quality of care - Adult patient base (18+). Treat...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Lead of Associate Clinician Program

Moodhealth

San Francisco, CA

Remote

Direct Apply

About Mood Health Mood Health is changing how people access mental health care. We believe care should be personal, human, and accessible—and that every patient deserves a provider who truly fits their needs. That’s why we carefully match each client with the right clinician. Our mission is simple...

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Lead of Associate Clinician Program

Moodhealth

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Salary Insights

$168k

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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There are currently 2308 outpatient PMHNP positions available. These include private practices, community mental health centers, group practices, and integrated care clinics across the country.