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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, MD License - PMHNP

Blackbird Health

$175k/yr
Frederick, MDIn-Person

Posted 2 weeks ago

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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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Practice Authority

Maryland 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 Frederick earn $140k annually.

Salary growth

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Frederick at a Glance

Frederick

Population
78,171
Cost of Living
113
Median Income
$90k
Shortage
✓ No
Metro: Washington-Arlington-Alexandria

Market

DemandModerate (45/100)
COL-Adjusted Salary
$124k($140k nom.)

Healthcare

MedStar HealthInovaJohns HopkinsKaiser PermanenteGeorge Washington University Hospital

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Per Diem PMHNP Jobs in Frederick: Quick Facts

As of April 2026, there are 2 per diem PMHNP positions available in Frederick, MD. The average salary for these positions is $140K per year, which is approximately $124K when adjusted for Frederick's cost of living index (113). Frederick has a population of 78,171 and has growing demand for mental health services. Maryland 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.

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Per Diem PMHNP Jobs in Frederick — FAQ

How many per diem PMHNP jobs are available in Frederick, MD?

As of April 2026, there are 2 per diem PMHNP positions available in Frederick, MD. New positions are posted regularly as demand for psychiatric nurse practitioners continues to grow.

What is the average PMHNP salary in Frederick?

The average per diem PMHNP salary in Frederick is approximately $140K per year. Adjusted for the local cost of living (index: 113), this equates to about $124K in purchasing power.

Does Maryland allow PMHNPs full practice authority?

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

Is Frederick a good place for PMHNP careers?

Frederick has growing demand for mental health providers. With a population of 78,171 in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro, Frederick offers access to major health systems including MedStar Health, Inova, Johns Hopkins.

What qualifications do I need for per diem PMHNP jobs?

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