Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Maryland

Backpack Healthcare•Rockville, MD

17d•Remote

About The Position

Backpack Healthcare is seeking a part-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide online mental health care for children, teens, and young adults. This clinician-led, minority-owned company offers a collaborative environment within an integrated care team, including therapists, psychiatrists, and care coordinators. The role emphasizes flexibility, allowing clinicians to balance other commitments while maintaining clinical depth. The position is ideal for those looking to supplement an existing role, manage family commitments, or transition into telehealth.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted Maryland PMHNP license (multi-state or compact preferred).
PMHNP-BC board certification.
Active DEA license.
Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited PMHNP program.
Experience with or strong interest in working with youth and families.
Comfortable working independently in a telehealth environment.
Strong clinical judgment, clear communication, and genuine empathy.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to children, teens, and young adults via telehealth.
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and formulate evidence-based diagnoses.
Develop individualized treatment plans in partnership with patients and their families.
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitor effectiveness, and adjust as needed.
Provide brief supportive interventions and psychoeducation alongside medication management.
Collaborate with therapists, psychiatrists, and care coordinators in regular case reviews.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in our EHR.
Educate families about diagnoses, treatment options, and what to expect.