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Part-Time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner -Autonomous Practice

Backpack Healthcare is dedicated to providing accessible, inclusive, and comprehensive mental healthcare services, focusing specifically on children, young adults, and their families.

Backpack Healthcare

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🧠 Part-Time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Autonomous Practice)

Remote – Virginia Licensed

πŸ“ Work from anywhere in Virginia

πŸŽ“ License Required: Active Virginia PMHNP license (Multi-state or compact preferred)- Must be able to practice independent without MD Collaboration
πŸ’° Compensation: Competitive fee-for-service per session pay
πŸ•’ Schedule: Part-Time | Afternoon, evening, and weekend availability required!


Flexible Psychiatric Practice β€” Designed for Part-Time Clinicians

At Backpack Healthcare, we believe clinicians deserve meaningful work that fits their lives.

We’re seeking a part-time PMHNP who wants flexibility, strong clinical collaboration, and the opportunity to make a measurable difference in the lives of children, teens, and young adults β€” all through a fully remote model.

Whether you’re:

  • Supplementing an existing role

  • Seeking additional income

  • Balancing family or personal commitments

  • Transitioning into telehealth

This opportunity allows you to build a consistent caseload without the demands of a full-time schedule.


🌟 Why This Part-Time Role Stands Out

🌍 100% Remote

Deliver high-quality psychiatric care from home with full operational and clinical support.

πŸ—“ Flexible Scheduling

Build a consistent part-time schedule around afternoons, evenings, and/or weekends β€” when families need support most.

🀝 Collaborative Care Model

Partner closely with therapists, psychiatrists, and care coordinators in an integrated behavioral health setting.

πŸ“š Built-In Support

  • Mentorship available (new graduates welcome)

  • CEU reimbursement

  • Ongoing clinical consultation and team case reviews

πŸ’œ Clinician-Led Culture

We are building a mental health system that honors both the provider and the patient β€” sustainable, compassionate, and innovative.


🧩 Your Role at Backpack Healthcare

As a part-time PMHNP, you will:

Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis

  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations via telehealth

  • Formulate accurate, evidence-based diagnoses

Treatment Planning & Medication Management

  • 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

Integrated Care Collaboration

  • Partner with therapists and care teams to ensure coordinated treatment

  • Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations

Documentation & Compliance

  • Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EHR

  • Uphold all ethical and professional standards


βœ… What We’re Looking For

  • 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 β€” structured mentorship is available.


πŸ’Ό Benefits (Eligibility Based on Status)

  • 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)


Ready to Practice With Flexibility and Purpose?

At Backpack Healthcare, this isn’t just a part-time role β€” it’s an opportunity to expand access to psychiatric care while maintaining the balance you value.

πŸ‘‰ Apply today and help us lighten the load β€” one backpack at a time.


Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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.

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Backpack Healthcare is dedicated to providing accessible, inclusive, and comprehensive mental healthcare services, focusing specifically on children, young adults, and their families. Founded in 2021 during the pandemic, the organization emerged from a pressing need that was experienced by their founder when struggling to find adequate mental health support for youth in crisis. With significant challenges present in the mental health sector, Backpack Healthcare aims to bridge the substantial gaps in accessibility and quality of care for children and their families seeking mental health resources.

By tailoring care to each child's unique challenges, Backpack Healthcare ensures that support is personalized, prompt, and sensitive to the family's needs. Their innovative model emphasizes fast access to vital mental health resources, all within a compassionate and supportive environment. By addressing the underlying causes of mental health issues early on, Backpack Healthcare aims to restore well-being and promote resilience within families, fostering a community where every child feels safe, heard, and understood.

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