[Hiring] Part-Time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner @Backpack Healthcare

Role Description

This role involves providing psychiatric mental health care as a part-time Nurse Practitioner in a fully remote model.

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations via telehealth
• Formulate accurate, evidence-based diagnoses
• Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with families
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications
• Monitor effectiveness and adjust treatment as needed
• Provide brief supportive therapy and psychoeducation
• Partner with therapists and care teams to ensure coordinated treatment
• Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EHR
• Uphold all ethical and professional standards

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited PMHNP program
• Active, unrestricted Virginia PMHNP license & DEA
• Board Certification (PMHNP-BC)
• Experience with or passion for working with youth and families
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
• Comfort practicing in a telehealth environment
• New graduates are encouraged to apply — structured mentorship is available

Requirements

• Active Virginia PMHNP license (Multi-state or compact preferred)
• Must be able to practice independently without MD collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive per-session compensation
• CEU reimbursement & professional development
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental & Vision (for eligible team members)
• PTO (based on employment status)