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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Remote PMHNP: Flexible Telepsychiatry & Autonomy

$180k-$215k/yr

Talkiatry

Saint Paul, MN

Remote

A virtual psychiatry practice is seeking experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) to deliver remote outpatient care. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 years of experience, hold relevant certifications, and be comfortable in telepsychiatry.

Posted 2 weeks ago

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PMHNP: Outpatient & Telehealth - 4-Day Week (NJ)

$110k-$150k/yr

NPHire

Trenton, NJ

Full-TimeRemote

A behavioral health practice in Freehold, New Jersey is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide in-person and telehealth psychiatric care. This full-time position includes a 4-day workweek with flexible hours, focusing on medication management .

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

$70-$78/hr

Ascend Mental Wellness

Hudson Falls, NY

and awareness of well‑being in our community. Caleo Counseling Services, the outpatient clinic of ASCEND, is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner either part‑time or full‑time with flexible hours to work with a diverse mental health population of adults. This individual .

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

$140k-$150k/yr

Protouch Staffing

Suffolk, Upshur County

Part-Time

Job Description Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Floating Locations: North Babylon, NY Coram, NY Job Type & Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time |8-hour shifts | Day shift only Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join a well-established multi-specia...

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/ Outpatient clinic/Full-Time Employment/Coral Gables

$141k/yr

Harmony United Psychiatric Care

Coconut Grove, Miami-Dade County

Full-TimeRemote

Company: Harmony United Psychiatric Care Job Title: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/ Outpatient clinic/Full-Time Employment Job Location: Coral Gables, FL About Us Harmony United Psychiatric Care is part of Harmony United Healthcare LLC. We are a network of outpatient mental health clin...

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/ Outpatient clinic/Full-Time Employment/Palm Harbor

$113k/yr

Harmony United Psychiatric Care

Palm Harbor, Pinellas County

Full-TimeRemote

Company: Harmony United Psychiatric Care Job Title: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/ Outpatient clinic/Full-Time Employment Job Location: Palm Harbor, FL About Us Harmony United Psychiatric Care is part of Harmony United Healthcare LLC. We are a network of outpatient mental health clini...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

$118k-$135k/yr

Porch Light Health

Denver, Colorado

Full-Time

Who is Porch Light Health: Porch Light Health is a local leader in outpatient treatment of Opioid Use Disorders and other addictive disorders. We foster a family environment where patients are treated with compassion and honesty. We believe that addiction is a chronic relapsing brain disease. Our st...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) (DNP)

$218k-$280k/yr

Psych Billing Inc

Racine, WI

Full-TimeOn-site

clinical team. We're seeking PMHNPs who are: Fully licensed in Wisconsin Have at least 1 year of prescribing experience as a licensed PMHNP in an outpatient setting. Child, adolescent, or adult experience. $218,000 - $280,000 a year + Sign on bonus (full-time) About .

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

$142k-$190k/yr

LifeStance Health

Greenville, SC

life balance Nurse Practitioners are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking NPs that are: Local to and fully licensed (PMHNP) in South Carolina Beyond 6 months of employed outpatient experience Board Certified with full prescribing ability Experienced in both .

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Remote PMHNP: Autonomy, Stable Pay, Full Support

$180k-$215k/yr

Talkiatry

Lafayette, LA

Remote

A virtual psychiatry practice is seeking experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) to provide remote outpatient care. The role offers clinical autonomy, minimal administrative burden, and a supportive environment. Ideal candidates should be board.

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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.