[Hiring] Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner @Backpack Healthcare

Role Description

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with Backpack Healthcare, you’ll provide high-quality, compassionate psychiatric care to children, teens, and young adults through a collaborative telehealth model. You’ll be part of a clinician-led team that values integrity, innovation, and integrated care delivery.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis:
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations via telehealth to assess each patient’s mental health needs.
  • Formulate accurate, evidence-based diagnoses and collaborate with other professionals when interdisciplinary input is needed.
• Treatment Planning and Implementation:
  • Develop individualized treatment plans in partnership with patients and their families.
  • Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitor effectiveness, and adjust as needed for optimal outcomes.
  • Provide supportive therapy, brief interventions, and psycho-education to promote emotional health and resilience.
• Collaborative and Integrated Care:
  • Partner closely with therapists, psychiatrists, and care coordinators to ensure coordinated, patient-centered treatment.
  • Participate in case reviews and interdisciplinary meetings to support continuity of care and clinical excellence.
• Education, Documentation, and Compliance:
  • Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication management.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the EHR to reflect patient progress and care coordination.
  • Uphold all ethical, legal, and professional standards for psychiatric nursing practice.
• Professional Growth and Development:
  • Stay informed about emerging research, evidence-based practices, and trends in psychiatric nursing.
  • Participate in ongoing education, supervision, and team development initiatives designed to help clinicians thrive.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current, unrestricted PMHNP license in Illinois & DEA (multi-state or compact licensure preferred).
• Board certification as PMHNP-BC.
• Experience with or passion for working with youth and families.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and empathy.
• Comfort and competence in a telehealth environment.
• New graduates are welcome to apply — mentorship and clinical support are available.

Requirements

• Active PMHNP license in Illinois (Multi-State or compact licensure preferred).
• Fee-for-Service; competitive per session pay structure.
• Part-Time or Full-Time Flexible, part-time or full-time options available (afternoon, evening and weekend availability required).

Benefits

• CEU reimbursement, clinical supervision, and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive & Fun Team Culture - Join a collaborative network of clinicians and operators who care deeply about your success.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) + Company Match.
• PTO.