Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Contractor

Light Counseling

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Light Counseling is seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join their team as a 1099 independent contractor. This role is ideal for clinicians who value flexibility, autonomy, and strong earning potential while being part of a mission-driven organization. For over 30 years, Light Counseling has provided professional, confidential, and distinctly Christian mental health services, integrating faith-based principles with evidence-based clinical care to support healing and growth. The organization's mission is to bring hope to the hopeless and healing to the hurting.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN or DNP)
• Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
• Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Virginia
• Prescriptive authority with active DEA registration
• Experience in outpatient psychiatric care
• Ability to work with adolescent and adult populations
• Ability to pass required background checks
• Strong clinical knowledge of psychiatric disorders and psychopharmacology
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of mental health conditions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a caseload in a fast-paced outpatient setting
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfort working with diverse populations
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of PMHNP experience
• Experience with telehealth and integrated care models
• Experience collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
• Interest in working in a faith-based environment

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and establish accurate diagnoses
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications in compliance with regulations
• Provide brief psychotherapy and patient education when appropriate
• Order and interpret labs and diagnostic tests as needed
• Collaborate with therapists and other providers to support coordinated care
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
• Participate in team meetings as desired
• Provide care for children, adolescent and adult populations

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling – set your own hours and caseload
• Strong earning potential based on your availability and productivity
• In-person and telehealth options
• Full administrative support (billing, scheduling, intake, EHR, referrals)
• Consistent caseload growth through an established referral base
• Collaborative, mission-driven environment (without micromanagement)
• Optional continuing education and professional development
• Free AACC Membership + Conference Access

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior