Outpatient PMHNP Jobs

Last Updated: March 2026 | Clinic, private practice & community mental health

Discover 2170 outpatient psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

2170
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$171k
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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.

All Outpatient Positions (2170)

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Outpatient Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

$92k-$140k/yr

Mid Cities Psychiatry

Euless, Texas
Full-TimeOn-site

Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Bonus based on performance • Competitive salary • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Opportunity for advancement • Paid time off • Training & development • Vision insurance Join our well-respected team of mental health professionals at Mid Cities Psychiatry, where w...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric-Mental Health job available in Madison, Wisconsin

Acadia Healthcare

Madison, Wisconsin
Full-TimeOn-site

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - WeekendsJob LocationsUS-WI-MadisonID2026-87028# of Openings1CategoryNP/PARecruiter : Eva FassauerOverviewLocation: Shorewood Behavioral Health Hospital, 5401 Quarry Park Rd, Madison, WI 53718Shorewood Behavioral Health Hospital is a brand-new, 120-bed acute care faci...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

$72-$85/hr

Head Well- Integrative Psychiatry & Wellness

Eugene, Oregon
ContractHybrid

Head Well is an integrative psychiatric practice located in Eugene, OR. We focus on optimizing function and meaningful outcomes for our clients. Our treatment approach combines traditional medication management with wellness therapies and complimentary approaches, tailored to each client's unique ne...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner

$120k-$140k/yr

Locum Jobs Online

Golden Valley, North Dakota
Full-TimeIn-Person
Direct Apply

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: Hettinger, ND Employer: Curative Pay: $120,000 to $140,000 per year Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with Curative to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in Hettinger, North Dakota, 58639! Make a meaningful impact i...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

$117k-$125k/yr

LIV Health

Cheyenne, Wyoming
Full-TimeRemote

Date posted: January 30, 2026 Pay: $117,000.00 – $125,000.00 per year Location: Cheyenne WY (with virtual coverage for other clinics) About LIV Health LIV Health is a growing, mission-driven mental health organization serving Wyoming and Colorado through our mental health urgent care clinics, ou...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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PMHNP - Outpatient TMS/Ketamine - Mesa, AZ

$150k-$300k/yr

Serenity Mental Health Centers

Mesa, Arizona
Full-TimeOn-site

Ready to Redefine Mental Healthcare? Join Serenity. At Serenity Healthcare, we’re redefining mental wellness with personalized care, calming environments, and a human-first approach. We’re looking for curious, compassionate professionals ready to make a real impact. If you’re driven to help others ...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

CompHealth

Hershey, Pennsylvania
Full-TimeOn-site

Our client in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a full-time, permanent position within their outpatient adult services clinic. The ideal candidate will be Pennsylvania licensed with 2-3 years of psychiatric care experience, specifical...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Outpatient - Ossining, NY

$140k-$208k/yr

LifeStance Health

Ossining, New York
Full-TimeHybrid

At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Outpatient Hybrid PMHNP (m/w/d)

Mindpath Health

Cary, North Carolina
Full-TimeHybrid
Direct Apply

Overview: Why Mindpath Health? Join Mindpath Health as we expand access to high quality mental health care in the communities we serve. We provide a well-supported outpatient practice setting where we treat mostly commercially insured patients of all ages with a wide range of mental health diagnos...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

$104k-$156k/yr

Optum Behavioral Care

Springfield, Pennsylvania
ContractHybrid

*Sign On Bonus offered for external candidates*Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Springfield, PA. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you'll be an integral p...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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Salary Insights

$171k
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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Outpatient PMHNP Jobs

There are currently 2170 outpatient PMHNP positions available. These include private practices, community mental health centers, group practices, and integrated care clinics across the country.