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 2127 outpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

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$191k

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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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IN372 - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Fcs Co

Greenfield, IN

Full-Time

Job Description NEW!! Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner needed for a clinic near Greenfield, IN. Full-time, Outpatient services working with age range of 5-25. GREAT pay and full benefits package, and great location! 1 year of experience holding a panel .

Posted 1 week ago

Pediatric PMHNP — Outpatient Psychiatry Specialist

Stryker Corporation

Hershey, Pennsylvania

A leading healthcare provider in Hershey is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for Pediatric Outpatient Psychiatry Services. The role involves providing psychiatric care for children aged 8-18, requiring a Master's Degree in Nursing and a current CRNP license. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of ex...

Posted 2 weeks ago

Outpatient Hybrid Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Mindpath Health

Chapel Hill, NC

Hybrid

Overview Why Mindpath Health? Join Mindpath Health as expand access to high quality mental health care in the communities a psychiatrist, advanced psychiatric practitioner, or therapist. We Welcome a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification ( .

Posted 2 weeks ago

Pediatric PMHNP: Outpatient Psychiatry Specialist

Penn State Health

Hershey, Pennsylvania

Full-Time

A leading healthcare provider in Hershey, PA, seeks a Nurse Practitioner specialized in Pediatric Outpatient Psychiatry. The role involves providing psychiatric services to children aged 8-18, conducting evaluations and medication management, and working within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates m...

Posted 2 weeks ago

NJ559t - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Fcs Co

Newark, NJ

children in an inpatient and outpatient setting near Newark. Psychiatric Mental Health NP ANCC-BC preferred with experience in women prescriber seeking a rewarding new position. Tagged as: Nurse Practitioner How to Apply If you are interested and would like .

Posted 2 weeks ago

Adult Psychiatry PMHNP — Outpatient Care & Telehealth

Stryker Corporation

Hershey, Pennsylvania

Full-TimeRemote

A healthcare provider in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for outpatient adult psychiatry services. The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Nursing and at least 2 years of experience in psychiatric care. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, managing medications, and colla...

Posted 2 weeks ago

PA329a - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Fcs Co

Collegeville, PA

Job Description Outpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner needed in Collegeville, PA! Call me today! Philadelphia Suburb! Psychiatric NP needed in Philly suburb. Outpatient, no call coverage, flex scheduling, you can create your own evaluation and medication check .

Posted 2 weeks ago

PMHNP - Outpatient Care with Mentorship

CommonSpirit Health

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Full-Time

A leading nonprofit healthcare organization in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join a collaborative team in providing high-quality mental health care. The role includes conducting evaluations, diagnosing conditions, and offering treatment for adults and ado...

Posted 2 weeks ago

PA201 - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Fcs Co

Pittsburgh, PA

needed Beautiful Downtown Pittsburgh, PA! Scheduling Interviews Now!!! Facility in Downtown Pittsburgh is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for their outpatient position. Initial evaluations are 1 hour in length with medication checks at 20 min each. Call coverage .

Posted 2 weeks ago

100 Virtual, Full Time, Outpatient PMHNP-BC

Mindoula Health Inc

Germantown, Maryland

Full-Time

Job Title 100% Virtual Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) • • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations through interviews,historic reviews,episodes/exams,and psychological testing. What We're Looking For: • • Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Be...

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Salary Insights

$191k

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 2127 outpatient PMHNP positions available. These include private practices, community mental health centers, group practices, and integrated care clinics across the country.