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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Pediatrics at Newton Wellesley

$120k-$135k/yr
Newton, MassachusettsFull-TimeHybrid

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

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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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Per Diem Careers in Newton

PRN & flexible schedule positions

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PRN & flexible schedule positions. Maintain your own malpractice insurance

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Practice Authority

Massachusetts has reduced 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 Newton earn $128k annually.

Salary growth

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Newton at a Glance

Newton

Population
88,923
Cost of Living
131
Median Income
$90k
Shortage
✓ No
Metro: Boston-Cambridge-Newton

Market

DemandModerate (45/100)
COL-Adjusted Salary
$98k($128k nom.)

Healthcare

Mass General BrighamBeth Israel LaheyTufts Medical CenterBoston Medical CenterDana-Farber

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Per Diem PMHNP Jobs in Newton: Quick Facts

As of May 2026, there is 1 per diem PMHNP position available in Newton, MA. The average salary for these positions is $128K per year, which is approximately $98K when adjusted for Newton's cost of living index (131). Newton has a population of 88,923 and has growing demand for mental health services. Massachusetts is a reduced 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 May 2026.

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Per Diem PMHNP Jobs in Newton — FAQ

How many per diem PMHNP jobs are available in Newton, MA?

As of May 2026, there is 1 per diem PMHNP position available in Newton, MA. New positions are posted regularly as demand for psychiatric nurse practitioners continues to grow.

What is the average PMHNP salary in Newton?

The average per diem PMHNP salary in Newton is approximately $128K per year. Adjusted for the local cost of living (index: 131), this equates to about $98K in purchasing power.

Does Massachusetts allow PMHNPs full practice authority?

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

Is Newton a good place for PMHNP careers?

Newton has growing demand for mental health providers. With a population of 88,923 in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro, Newton offers access to major health systems including Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Lahey, Tufts Medical Center.

What qualifications do I need for per diem PMHNP jobs?

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