Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) | Schaumburg, IL

Atlantic Health Strategies; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Greater Illinois Behavioral Health is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide on-site psychiatric care at our Schaumburg, IL location. This 1099 contract role is part-time, requiring 2–3 days per week during daytime hours, with compensation of $80–$90 per hour.

The PMHNP will perform psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning, while ensuring patient-centered care and adherence to Illinois practice requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing with PMHNP focus.
• Active Illinois RN and APRN licensure with PMHNP certification.
• 1–2 years of psychiatric or mental health practice experience as an advanced practice nurse.
• Knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, psychopharmacology, medication management and evidence-based treatment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments to identify patient needs and treatment recommendations.
• Diagnose psychiatric conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe, manage, and monitor psychiatric medications per Illinois regulations.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and adjust plans as needed.
• Provide patient education on conditions, medications and ongoing care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate services and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical documentation per standards and policies.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Psychiatric assessment

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (PMHNP)

Job description

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) | Schaumburg, IL

Schaumburg, IL | $80 - $90/hour | Part-Time (2-3 Days/Week) | 1099 Contract | On-Site

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) | Schaumburg, IL

Greater Illinois Behavioral Health is a client-centered, trauma-informed behavioral health treatment organization providing individualized care for individuals experiencing mental health and co-occurring substance use conditions. Its continuum of care includes Residential/Inpatient treatment, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Evening IOP, and traditional Outpatient services, along with counseling and psychiatric care.

Treatment is rooted in evidence-based and holistic approaches, including CBT, DBT, trauma-informed therapy, individual, group, and family therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, psychoeducation, and relapse prevention. Greater Illinois Behavioral Health is committed to helping clients address underlying challenges, develop sustainable coping skills, and build a foundation for long-term mental wellness and recovery.

The Opportunity

Greater Illinois Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide psychiatric care at its Schaumburg, IL location. This part-time, on-site 1099 independent contractor opportunity offers a daytime schedule of 2-3 days per week , supporting individuals experiencing mental health and co-occurring substance use conditions through comprehensive psychiatric assessments, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning. Compensation ranges from $80 - $90 per hour, commensurate with experience and education.

What You'll Do

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments to identify patient needs and appropriate treatment recommendations.

Diagnose psychiatric conditions and develop individualized treatment plans within the scope of advanced practice nursing.

Prescribe, manage, and monitor psychiatric medications in accordance with applicable Illinois practice requirements and prescribing authority.

Evaluate treatment effectiveness, monitor patient progress, and adjust medication management plans as clinically appropriate.

Provide patient education regarding psychiatric conditions, medications, treatment recommendations, and ongoing mental health care.

Collaborate with clinical providers and interdisciplinary treatment team members to coordinate psychiatric services and support continuity of care.

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards, organizational policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Required

Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution, with educational preparation as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Active Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), with appropriate psychiatric mental health specialty preparation and national certification as a PMHNP.

Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience providing psychiatric or mental health services in an advanced practice nursing or closely related clinical setting.

Knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, psychopharmacology, medication management, and evidence-based mental health treatment.

Strong clinical judgment, communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills, with the ability to provide patient-centered psychiatric care.

Availability to work on-site in Schaumburg, Illinois, 2-3 days per week during daytime hours.

Benefits and Compensation

Competitive Compensation: $80 - $90/hour, commensurate with experience and education.

Flexible Part-Time Schedule: 2-3 days per week during daytime hours.

This is a contract opportunity with Greater Illinois Behavioral Health. Atlantic Health Strategies is recruiting on their behalf.