Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Illinois

Job Description

Job Description

📍 Location : Remote - Remote

🎓License Requirements : Active PMHNP license in GA, IL, MD, MI, or VA (Multi-State or compact licensure preferred).

💰 Compensation : Fee-for-Service; competitive per session pay structure

⏰ Schedule : Part-Time or Full-Time Flexible, part-time or full-time options available (afternoon, evening and weekend availability strongly preferred)

Who We Are :

We all walk around with an invisible backpack — carrying our emotions, experiences and unspoken challenges. Like a physical backpack, it can grow heavy when filled with too much - We created Backpack Healthcare to help lighten that load.

At Backpack Healthcare, we're reimagining mental health care for children, teens, and young adults. As a clinician-led, minority-owned organization, our mission is simple : when clinicians thrive, kids thrive.

We are building a mental health system that is compassionate, innovative and sustainable – one that honors both the provider and the patient. At Backpack Healthcare, we are not just offering a job; we're offering purpose, flexibility and the chance to change lives everyday. If you're ready to be a part of a collaborative, empowering and forward -thinking mental health movement , join our team and make a real impact by breaking barriers and healing young minds..

Your Role at Backpack Healthcare :

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

Collaborative and Integrated Care

Education, Documentation, and Compliance

Professional Growth and Development

What We Are Looking For :

New graduates are welcome to apply — mentorship and clinical support are available.

How We Support You :

📚 Growth & Education – 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.

💰 Competitive Benefits

✨ Ready to Join Us?

Help us lighten the load — one backpack at a time.

Apply today and be part of a movement where your purpose and expertise truly matter.

Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.