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PMHNP - Flexible Part-Time Eating Disorder Care

SupportFinity™

$60-$80/hr
Portland, ORPart-TimeIn-Person

Posted on Mar 5, 2026

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Academic Inpatient Psychiatric NP — Part-Time

Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, OregonPart-TimeIn-Person

Posted on Feb 10, 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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Practice Authority

Oregon 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 Portland earn $145k annually.

Salary growth

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Portland at a Glance

Portland

Population
652,503
Cost of Living
125
Median Income
$76k
Shortage
✓ No
Metro: Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro

Market

DemandHigh (55/100)
COL-Adjusted Salary
$116k($145k nom.)

Healthcare

OHSUProvidenceLegacy HealthKaiser PermanentePeaceHealth

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Per Diem PMHNP Jobs in Portland: Quick Facts

As of April 2026, there are 4 per diem PMHNP positions available in Portland, OR. The average salary for these positions is $145K per year, which is approximately $116K when adjusted for Portland's cost of living index (125). Portland has a population of 652,503 and has growing demand for mental health services. Oregon 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 Portland — FAQ

How many per diem PMHNP jobs are available in Portland, OR?

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

What is the average PMHNP salary in Portland?

The average per diem PMHNP salary in Portland is approximately $145K per year. Adjusted for the local cost of living (index: 125), this equates to about $116K in purchasing power.

Does Oregon allow PMHNPs full practice authority?

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

Is Portland a good place for PMHNP careers?

Portland has growing demand for mental health providers. With a population of 652,503 in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro metro, Portland offers access to major health systems including OHSU, Providence, Legacy Health.

What qualifications do I need for per diem PMHNP jobs?

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