Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Virginia

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 include: Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations via telehealth to assess each patient’s mental health needs. 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. Collaborative and Integrated Care: Partner closely with therapists, psychiatrists, and care coordinators to ensure coordinated, patient-centered treatment. Education, Documentation, and Compliance: Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication management.