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Full-Time PMHNP working in Los Angeles, CA

Full-Time Positions in Los Angeles (6)

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Psych Nurse Practitioner

Skilled Physicians

Los Angeles, California

$150k/yrFull-TimeHybrid

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Outpatient Psychiatrist (Adult or Child & Adolescent)

LifeStance Health

Los Angeles, CA

$375k-$440k/yrPart-TimeHybrid

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

LifeStance Health

Los Angeles, California

$200k-$250k/yrFull-TimeHybrid

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Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

myPlace Care

Los Angeles, California

$125k-$225k/yrFull-TimeIn-Person

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

LifeStance Health

Los Angeles, CA

$200k-$250k/yrPart-TimeHybrid

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PMHNP: Flexible Telepsychiatry for All Ages

Stryker

Los Angeles, CA

$130k-$200k/yrFull-TimeRemoteNew grad welcome

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Full-Time Tips

  • Negotiate sign-on bonuses (often $10K-$25K)
  • Ask about panel size — aim for 14-18 patients/day
  • Clarify on-call requirements before accepting
  • Review non-compete clauses carefully
  • Confirm CME budget and time-off allowance

Why Full-Time?

Comprehensive Benefits

Full health insurance, dental, vision, retirement plans, and PTO — typically 20-30 days off.

Job Security

Stable employment with consistent income, malpractice coverage, and professional development support.

Career Growth

Access to leadership tracks, CME funding ($2,000-$5,000/year), and promotion opportunities.

Why Choose Full-Time

Full-Time Careers in Los Angeles

Permanent full-time psychiatric NP positions with benefits

Full-Time in Los Angeles

Permanent full-time psychiatric NP positions with benefits. Negotiate sign-on bonuses (often $10K-$25K)

Full-Time PMHNP
Full-Time growth

Practice Authority

California has restricted practice authority for NPs.

Comprehensive Benefits

Full health insurance, dental, vision, retirement plans, and PTO — typically 20-30 days off.

Job Security

Stable employment with consistent income, malpractice coverage, and professional development support.

Career Growth

Access to leadership tracks, CME funding ($2,000-$5,000/year), and promotion opportunities.

Salary & Compensation

Full-Time PMHNPs in Los Angeles earn $240k annually.

Salary growth

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Local Insights

Los Angeles at a Glance

Los Angeles

Population
3,898,747
Cost of Living
162
Median Income
$93k
Shortage
✓ No
Metro: Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim

Market

DemandHigh (55/100)
COL-Adjusted Salary
$148k($240k nom.)

Healthcare

Cedars-SinaiUCLA HealthKaiser PermanenteProvidenceDignity Health

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Full-Time PMHNP Market in Los Angeles, CA

Full-time PMHNP positions in Los Angeles typically offer comprehensive benefits — health, dental, vision, retirement match, malpractice coverage, and 4–6 weeks of PTO — alongside base salaries calibrated to high cost of living relative to the national average. Demand for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners in Los Angeles, CA reflects the area's status as a major metropolitan area within California, where PMHNPs operate under restricted practice authority requiring physician supervision. Los Angeles is not currently a federally designated mental health shortage area, but regional psychiatric demand and the local high cost of living relative to the national average (index 162) shape PMHNP compensation in the market. Major healthcare employers in the Los Angeles area include Cedars-Sinai, UCLA Health, and Kaiser Permanente, alongside 6 active PMHNP positions listed on this page.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, HRSA HPSA data, AANP State Practice Environment.

Common Questions

Full-Time PMHNP Jobs in Los Angeles — FAQ

How many full-time PMHNP jobs are available in Los Angeles, CA?

There are currently 6 full-time PMHNP positions available in Los Angeles, CA. New positions are posted regularly as demand for psychiatric nurse practitioners continues to grow.

What is the average PMHNP salary in Los Angeles?

The average full-time PMHNP salary in Los Angeles is approximately $240K per year. Adjusted for the local cost of living (index: 162), this equates to about $148K in purchasing power.

Does California allow PMHNPs full practice authority?

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

Is Los Angeles a good place for PMHNP careers?

Los Angeles has growing demand for mental health providers. With a population of 3,898,747 in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro, Los Angeles offers access to major health systems including Cedars-Sinai, UCLA Health, Kaiser Permanente.

What qualifications do I need for full-time PMHNP jobs?

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