Outpatient PMHNP Jobs
Last Updated: March 2026 | Clinic, private practice & community mental health
Discover 2308 outpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions
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 (2308)
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Veterans Health Administration
Posted on Feb 10, 2026
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Hatch Global Search
Posted on Feb 10, 2026
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Clear Mind
Posted on Feb 14, 2026
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UnitedHealth Group
Posted on Feb 12, 2026
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MINDPATH HEALTH
Posted on Feb 11, 2026
View Job →TMS/Ketamine PMHNP at Serenity Healthcare Houston, TX
Serenity Healthcare
Posted on Feb 10, 2026
View Job →Outpatient Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (m/w/d)
MINDPATH HEALTH
Posted on Feb 8, 2026
View Job →Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at Serenity Mental Health Centers San Antonio, TX
Serenity Mental Health Centers
Posted on Feb 8, 2026
View Job →Outpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Elk Grove, CA
Vivian Health
Posted on Feb 8, 2026
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Serenity Healthcare
Posted on Feb 8, 2026
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Salary Insights
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)
Outpatient PMHNP Career Resources
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 2308 outpatient PMHNP positions available. These include private practices, community mental health centers, group practices, and integrated care clinics across the country.