Nurse Practitioner – Psychiatric Mental Health

LifeMD; New York (NY); Remote; USD 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital healthcare company is seeking a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive psychiatric care remotely. The role involves conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, and providing medication management for patients with anxiety and depression. The ideal candidate has a Master's or Doctoral degree, PMHNP and FNP licenses, and experience in telehealth. This position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited nursing program with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health.
• Current PMHNP and FNP licenses in multiple states.
• 2+ years of experience as a PMHNP, with telehealth experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations via live video sessions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor and evaluate patient response to treatment.

Skills

Conducting psychiatric assessments

Medication management

Providing evidence-based talk therapy

Therapeutic communication skills

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Psychiatric Mental Health

Board certification as PMHNP and FNP

Tools

EHR systems

Telehealth platforms

Job description

About us

LifeMD is a leading digital healthcare company committed to expanding access to virtual care, pharmacy services, and diagnostics by making them more affordable and convenient for all.Focused on both treatment and prevention, our unique care model is designed to optimize the patient experience and improve outcomes across more than 200 health concerns.

To support our expanding patient base, LifeMD leverages a vertically-integrated, proprietary digital care platform, a 50-state affiliated medical group, a 22,500-square-foot affiliated pharmacy, and a U.S.-based patient care center.Our company — with offices in New York City; Greenville, SC; and Huntington Beach, CA — is powered by a dynamic team of passionate professionals. From clinicians and technologists to creatives and analysts, we’re united by a shared mission to revolutionize healthcare.Employees enjoy a collaborative and inclusive work environment, hybrid work culture, and numerous opportunities for growth. Want your work to matter? Join us in building a future of accessible, innovative, and compassionate care.

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our growing telehealth team. This role is 100% remote and involves providing comprehensive psychiatric care to individuals dealing with anxiety and depression across the lifespan through live synchronous video sessions and asynchronous messaging. The PMHNP will be responsible for medication management and delivering talk therapy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnostic formulations via live synchronous video
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management and psychotherapy, tailored to patient needs
• Provide evidence-based talk therapy through live synchronous video and asynchronous messaging modalities
• Monitor and evaluate patient response to treatment, adjusting interventions as necessary
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication adherence
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records (EHR) in compliance with all relevant regulations
• Adhere to all ethical and professional standards of practice, including patient confidentiality and informed consent
• Participate in team meetings, chart audits, and continuing education activities
• Stay informed of current research, best practices, and advancements in psychiatric mental health and telehealth
• Provide medication evaluation and management to patients within the LifeMD family of services including women’s health, men’s health, urgent care and other conditions, as needed by management

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited nursing program with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Practice
• Current, unencumbered PMHNP and FNP licenses in multiple states (additional state licenses may be required based on patient location)
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) through the ANCC
• 2+ years of experience as a PMHNP, with demonstrated experience in telehealth
• Proficiency in conducting psychiatric assessments and providing medication management
• Experience in various psychotherapy modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, psychodynamic)
• Familiarity with telehealth platforms and electronic health record (EHR) systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong therapeutic communication skills for both live video and asynchronous messaging
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Commitment to providing patient-centered, compassionate care

Benefits

• Salary: $140,000 annually
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• LifeMD paid medical licensing for additional states
• Malpractice insurance coverage