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Per Diem Positions in Denver (4)

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Remote Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Headway Denver, CO

Headway

$89-$203/hr
Denver, ColoradoFull-TimeRemote

Posted on Feb 11, 2026

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Part-Time Psychiatric NP — Autonomy & Collaborative Care

Mental Health Center of Denver

$78-$79/hr
Denver, COPart-TimeIn-Person

Posted on Mar 14, 2026

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Why Per Diem?

Maximum Flexibility

Set your own schedule — work as many or as few shifts as you want, when you want.

Higher Hourly Rate

Per diem roles pay $80-$150+/hr, often 20-40% more than the hourly equivalent of full-time work.

Income Supplement

Perfect for supplementing a full-time position or private practice while maintaining clinical variety.

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Per Diem Careers in Denver

PRN & flexible schedule positions

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PRN & flexible schedule positions. Maintain your own malpractice insurance

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Practice Authority

Colorado has full practice authority for NPs.

Maximum Flexibility

Set your own schedule — work as many or as few shifts as you want, when you want.

Higher Hourly Rate

Per diem roles pay $80-$150+/hr, often 20-40% more than the hourly equivalent of full-time work.

Income Supplement

Perfect for supplementing a full-time position or private practice while maintaining clinical variety.

Salary & Compensation

Per Diem PMHNPs in Denver earn $233k annually.

Salary growth

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Denver at a Glance

Denver

Population
715,522
Cost of Living
117
Median Income
$87k
Shortage
✓ No
Metro: Denver-Aurora-Lakewood

Market

DemandHigh (55/100)
COL-Adjusted Salary
$199k($233k nom.)

Healthcare

UCHealthSCL HealthDenver HealthKaiser PermanenteHealthONE

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Per Diem PMHNP Jobs in Denver: Quick Facts

As of April 2026, there are 4 per diem PMHNP positions available in Denver, CO. The average salary for these positions is $233K per year, which is approximately $199K when adjusted for Denver's cost of living index (117). Denver has a population of 715,522 and has growing demand for mental health services. Colorado is a full practice authority state for nurse practitioners. The typical salary range for per diem roles is $80-150/hr.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, HRSA HPSA data. Updated April 2026.

Common Questions

Per Diem PMHNP Jobs in Denver — FAQ

How many per diem PMHNP jobs are available in Denver, CO?

As of April 2026, there are 4 per diem PMHNP positions available in Denver, CO. New positions are posted regularly as demand for psychiatric nurse practitioners continues to grow.

What is the average PMHNP salary in Denver?

The average per diem PMHNP salary in Denver is approximately $233K per year. Adjusted for the local cost of living (index: 117), this equates to about $199K in purchasing power.

Does Colorado allow PMHNPs full practice authority?

Colorado has full practice authority for nurse practitioners. PMHNPs must practice under physician supervision for prescribing and some clinical decisions.

Is Denver a good place for PMHNP careers?

Denver has growing demand for mental health providers. With a population of 715,522 in the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood metro, Denver offers access to major health systems including UCHealth, SCL Health, Denver Health.

What qualifications do I need for per diem PMHNP jobs?

To work as a PMHNP in Denver, you need: a Master's or Doctoral degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing, ANCC PMHNP-BC certification, an active RN and APRN license in Colorado, and DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.