Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Georgia Clinical Practice- Remote

Backpack Healthcare, LLC; Northern (KY); Remote; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + Company Match

PTO

Job summary

Backpack Healthcare, LLC seeks a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for remote, clinic-style care of children, teens, and young adults via telehealth. Flexible scheduling offers part-time or full-time options with afternoon, evening, and weekend availability.

GA PMHNP license and PMHNP-BC board certification are required, with multi-state or compact licensure preferred. Join a clinician-led, minority-owned organization dedicated to improving mental health outcomes, with a

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited PMHNP program.
• Current, unrestricted PMHNP license in Georgia with DEA.
• Board certification PMHNP-BC.
• Experience with youth and families.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis via telehealth.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with therapists, psychiatrists, and care coordinators.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and medications.
• Maintain compliant documentation in the EHR.

Skills

Telehealth

Youth focus

Empathy

Communication

Education

Master’s/Doctoral PMHNP program

Job description

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Georgia

Clinical Practice- Remote

License Requirements: Active PMHNP license in Georgia (Multi-State or compact licensure preferred)!

Schedule: Part-Time or Full-Time Flexible, part-time or full-time options available (afternoon, evening and weekend availability required)

Who We Are:

We all walk around with an invisible backpack - carrying our emotions, experiences and unspoken challenges. Like a physical backpack, it can grow heavy when filled with too much - We created Backpack Healthcare to help lighten that load.

At Backpack Healthcare, we’re reimagining mental health care for children, teens, and young adults. As a clinician-led, minority-owned organization, our mission is simple: when clinicians thrive, kids thrive.

We are building a mental health system that is compassionate, innovative and sustainable - one that honors both the provider and the patient. At Backpack Healthcare, we are not just offering a job; we're offering purpose, flexibility and the chance to change lives everyday. If you’re ready to be a part of a collaborative, empowering and forward-thinking mental health movement, join our team and make a real impact by breaking barriers and healing young minds.

Your Role at Backpack Healthcare:

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with Backpack Healthcare, you’ll provide high-quality, compassionate psychiatric care to children, teens, and young adults through a collaborative telehealth model. You’ll be part of a clinician-led team that values integrity, innovation, and integrated care delivery.

Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations via telehealth to assess each patient’s mental health needs.
• Formulate accurate, evidence-based diagnoses and collaborate with other professionals when interdisciplinary input is needed.

Treatment Planning and Implementation

• Develop individualized treatment plans in partnership with patients and their families.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitor effectiveness, and adjust as needed for optimal outcomes.
• Provide supportive therapy, brief interventions, and psycho-education to promote emotional health and resilience.

Collaborative and Integrated Care

• Partner closely with therapists, psychiatrists, and care coordinators to ensure coordinated, patient-centered treatment.
• Participate in case reviews and interdisciplinary meetings to support continuity of care and clinical excellence.

Education, Documentation, and Compliance

• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication management.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the EHR to reflect patient progress and care coordination.
• Uphold all ethical, legal, and professional standards for psychiatric nursing practice.

Professional Growth and Development

• Stay informed about emerging research, evidence-based practices, and trends in psychiatric nursing.
• Participate in ongoing education, supervision, and team development initiatives designed to help clinicians thrive.

What We Are Looking For:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current, unrestricted PMHNP license in Georgia & DEA (multi-state or compact licensure preferred).
• Board certification as PMHNP-BC.
• Experience with or passion for working with youth and families.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and empathy.
• Comfort and competence in a telehealth environment.

New graduates are welcome to apply - mentorship and clinical support are available.

How We Support You:

Growth & Education - CEU reimbursement, clinical supervision and advancement opportunities

Supportive & Fun Team Culture - Join a collaborative network of clinicians and operators who care deeply about your success.

• 401(k) + Company Match
• PTO

Help us lighten the load - one backpack at a time. Apply today and be part of a movement where your purpose and expertise truly matter.

Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team.

We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique.

We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.