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 2260 outpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

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$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.

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/Outpatient Clinic/Independent Contractor/Bradenton

$130/hr

Harmonyunitedms

Bradenton, FL

Contract

Company Name: Harmony United Psychiatric Care Job Title: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/Outpatient Clinic/Independent Contractor Job Location: Bradenton, FL About Us Harmony United Psychiatric Care is part of Harmony United Healthcare LLC. We are a network .

Posted 6 days ago

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Independent Psychiatric NP Build Your Private Practice

$126/hr

Headway - Design & Development

Valdosta, GA

Remote

and managing your caseload. At this time, Headway can’t support mental health professionals that aren’t fully licensed. If your application the rest. Keywords: psychiatric nurse practitioner, telehealth NP jobs, private practice NP, insurance credentialing, ANCC certified .

Posted 1 week ago

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Flexible Private Practice for Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

$89/hr

Headway - Design & Development

Waldorf, MD

Full-TimeHybrid

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Headway summary: CVWalletExtranet.Domain.Entities.JobShortDescription "Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric .

Posted 1 week ago

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Private Practice NP: Flexible Hours, High Pay & Autonomy

$126/hr

Headway - Design & Development

New York, NY

Full-TimeOn-site

A leading mental health provider in Georgia is looking for a Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to build a flexible private practice. Enjoy competitive hourly rates between $126 and $220 while focusing on patient care without administrative burdens. Applicants should .

Posted 1 week ago

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AZ957a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

$175k/yr

Fsc Corporation

Phoenix, AZ

Full-Time

AZ957a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Full-time Phoenix, AZ, USA Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Posted on May 22, 2023 Nurse Practitioner Job Description ADDICTION PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER OUTPATIENT Phoenix, AZ Seeking a Psychiatric Mental .

Posted 1 week ago

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Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

$166/hr

Fcs Co

Poughkeepsie, NY

good job where people stay for longs periods of time! We are also looking for someone who has experience as an NPP. This is an outpatient adult position in Community Mental health. For more information, please contact Tom Conway at Ext. 231 or regarding Job# NY647d.

Posted 1 week ago

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Virginia

$79k/yr

LocumTenens.com

Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach City

Full-Time

This Job at a Glance - Job Reference Id: ORD- -NP-VA - Title: NP - Dates Needed: April - December 2026 - Shift Type: Day Shift - Assignment Type: Outpatient - Call Required: No - Board Certification Required: No - Job Duration: Locums About the Facility The correctional facility provides specialized...

Posted 1 week ago

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Washington

$78k/yr

LocumTenens.com

Washington, Washington, D.C.

Full-Time

This Job at a Glance - Job Reference Id: ORD- -NP-WA - Title: NP - Dates Needed: July 1 for 6 months - Shift Type: Day Shift - Assignment Type: Outpatient - Call Required: No - Board Certification Required: No - Job Duration: Locums About the Facility The facility operates as a state-run residential...

Posted 1 week ago

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Psych NP

$160k/yr

Desert Valley Hospice and Palliative Care

Phoenix, AZ

Full-TimeRemote

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Psych NP) Mobile Psychiatry | Telepsychiatry | Outpatient Behavioral Health Alliance Medical Clinic / Desert Valley Palliative Care Service Area: North Phoenix, Anthem, West Valley, Scottsdale Alliance Medical Clinic .

Posted 1 week ago

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Flexible Private Practice NP - Set Your Schedule

$89/hr

Headway - Design & Development

Houston, TX

Contract

A mental health service provider is seeking a Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join their team. This independent contractor role allows for the creation and expansion of a flexible private practice with the support of streamlined operations, insurance credentialing .

Posted 1 week ago

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Outpatient PMHNP Jobs

There are currently 2260 outpatient PMHNP positions available. These include private practices, community mental health centers, group practices, and integrated care clinics across the country.