Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Illinois

Backpack Healthcare•Chicago, IL

33d•Remote

About The Position

Backpack Healthcare is seeking a compassionate, clinically strong Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a part-time, remote telehealth practice serving children, teens, and young adults. This clinician-led and minority-owned company emphasizes collaboration and support, integrating PMHNPs into care teams with therapists, psychiatrists, and care coordinators. The role offers flexibility for those looking to supplement existing work, balance commitments, or expand their telehealth practice, while ensuring the clinical work remains meaningful. The position requires afternoon, evening, and weekend availability to accommodate families.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted Illinois PMHNP license.
PMHNP-BC board certification.
Active DEA license.
Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited PMHNP program.
Experience with—or a strong interest in—working with children, adolescents, and families.
Comfort working independently in a telehealth environment.
Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and genuine empathy.
New graduates are welcome to apply.

Nice To Haves

Multi-state or compact licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop diagnostic formulations.
Create individualized treatment plans in partnership with patients and families.
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitoring effectiveness, safety, and clinical progress.
Provide brief supportive interventions and psychoeducation alongside medication management.
Collaborate with therapists, psychiatrists, and care coordinators through regular case consultation.
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in the EHR.
Educate patients and families about diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and expected outcomes.