Licensed Psychiatric NP

Headway; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A mental health services provider is seeking Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners to provide independent mental health care. In this role, you will have the flexibility to manage your practice while focusing on patient care. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating psychiatric conditions and leveraging tools provided by the company to enhance your practice. This position offers competitive wages between $89-$203 an hour, depending on earnings structure, and allows for a structured yet flexible work-life balance.

Benefits

Hassle-free insurance credentialing

Access to built-in EHR tools

Free continuing education

Qualifications

• You must be a fully licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner.
• You need to have a DEA or CDS number.
• Must possess malpractice insurance and an NPI number.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health care independently, managing private practice.
• Diagnose and treat patients with psychiatric conditions.
• Utilize EHR tools to streamline practice operations.

Skills

Hassle-free insurance credentialing

Increased earnings through competitive rates

Real-time scheduling

Strong communication skills

Education

ANCC board certification

Valid NPI number

Malpractice insurance

DEA or CDS number

Tools

EHR tools

Job description

Licensed Psychiatric NP at Headway summary:

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners provide mental health care independently, often managing private practices with flexible schedules. They diagnose, treat, and support patients with psychiatric conditions using clinical expertise and appropriate medications. Headway facilitates their practice by handling insurance credentialing, billing, compliance, and offering EHR tools to streamline operations and maximize patient care.

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour

Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you want to see patients alongside a full-time job or grow a full-time practice, Headway makes it easy to accept insurance, boost your earnings, and focus on care - without the administrative burden. It’s all on one free-to-use platform, no commitment required.

About the role

This position is for licensed psychiatric nurse practitioners looking to start or grow their private practice. Headway provides the tools, resources, and support to help you navigate insurance, streamline operations, and let you focus on what matters most - your patients.

About you

• You’re a fully licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner with your DEA or CDS number, ANCC board certification, a valid NPI number and malpractice insurance.
• You’re looking to start or expand your private practice while maintaining control over your schedule, client load, and work environment.

Why partner with Headway?

As an independent provider with Headway, you’ll gain access to:

• Hassle-free insurance credentialing: Get credentialed for free in multiple states within as little as 30 days.
• Increased earnings: Secure competitive rates with top insurance plans through our nationwide network.
• Predictable bi-weekly payments: Receive reliable payouts directly from Headway.
• Built-in EHR tools: Access real-time scheduling, secure client messaging, documentation templates, assessments, and more.
• Compliance & audit support: Stay up-to-date with insurance requirements and industry regulations.
• Free continuing education: Earn CEUs and expand your expertise through Headway Academy.

How Headway supports your patients

• Increased access: Headway makes it easier for your clients to get the care they need at a price they can afford through insurance.
• Instant verification: Clients can easily check their insurance status and get the care they need without disruption.

Important Notes

• This is a 1099 independent contractor role. You’ll have full autonomy over your practice, including setting your hours and managing your caseload.
• At this time, Headway can’t support mental health professionals that aren’t fully licensed. If your application was rejected for incomplete licensure, you’re welcome to reapply once you have a valid license.

About Headway

We make it easy for mental health providers to take by credentialing you with the nation’s largest networks, handling billing and admin paperwork, and helping you earn more stable income with higher rates. With Headway, you can finally focus on what matters most: providing life-changing care. We’ll take care of the rest.

Keywords:

psychiatric nurse practitioner, mental health care, private practice, insurance credentialing, behavioral health, patient care, EHR tools, clinical documentation, independent provider, medication management