Location & Practice Overview

This Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position is associated with the Springfield, Illinois market and is performed entirely through remote telehealth in partnership with telehealth providers.

Geographic Context Springfield, Illinois
Care Setting Fully remote telehealth
Practice Structure Independent contractor role within a telehealth network
Delivery Model Outpatient psychiatric care via secure digital platform

Responsibilities

  • Provide psychiatric care and pharmacological management through an encrypted, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive, evidence-based treatment plans based on individual patient needs.
  • Complete accurate clinical documentation that meets professional and regulatory standards.
  • Follow HIPAA requirements and security protocols to protect patient information.
  • Work with multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated patient care.

The position prioritizes clinical activities within a technology-supported telehealth environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must hold the credentials necessary for independent remote psychiatric practice.

License
Active, unencumbered state license as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
DEA Registration
Current DEA certification or ability to obtain it prior to credentialing
Technical Proficiency
Ability to use remote health platforms and digital communication tools
Practice Readiness
Clinical judgment appropriate for autonomous remote work

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated compensation is $140,000–$210,000 annually for the 1099 role. The earnings structure includes protective reimbursement for patient no-shows and late cancellations.

  • Estimated compensation: $140,000–$210,000 annually (1099 independent contractor)
  • Protective reimbursement for patient no-shows and late cancellations
  • Compensation model that values scheduled clinical time

Schedule & Work Environment

Work Setting Fully remote from a private, secure location
Schedule Control Practitioner sets personal schedule and manages caseload
Hours Flexibility No stated minimum hour requirements; volume determined by the practitioner
Platform Environment Encrypted, HIPAA-compliant telehealth system designed to limit administrative tasks

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The role supports patients accessing mental health services through a remote telehealth platform.

Care Setting Outpatient telehealth
Access Pathway Patients receiving care via secure digital platform
Service Context Individuals seeking psychiatric mental health services

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The clinical work centers on psychiatric evaluation, treatment planning, and medication management delivered through telehealth.

Assessment Psychiatric evaluations
Pharmacological Care Medication management
Treatment Planning Evidence-based, individualized treatment plans
Care Delivery Secure telehealth encounters

Role Highlights

Several features of this position differ from standard employed PMHNP clinic roles.

  • High autonomy in setting schedule and managing caseload
  • Protective reimbursement for no-shows and late cancellations
  • Technology platform structured to reduce administrative workload
  • 1099 independent contractor arrangement within a telehealth network

About Seasoned Recruitment

Seasoned Recruitment is a healthcare-exclusive staffing agency that places nurses, physicians, allied health professionals, and clinical support staff with organizations across the United States. The firm is female- and diversity-owned. Its recruiters are U.S.-based and each has a minimum of five years of healthcare recruiting experience. Founded in 2016, the agency partners with telehealth providers to source Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners for remote contract roles.

Organization Type Healthcare staffing agency
Ownership Female- and diversity-owned
Founded 2016
Primary Focus Healthcare placements, including telehealth partnerships

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this position fully remote?
Yes. The role is performed entirely through a remote telehealth platform from a private, secure location.
Is this a 1099 independent contractor role?
Yes. The position is structured as an independent contract (1099) arrangement.
Does the compensation include protection for no-shows or late cancellations?
Yes. The compensation structure includes protective reimbursement for patient no-shows and late cancellations.
What license is required?
An active, unencumbered state license as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is required.
Is current DEA registration required before starting?
Current DEA certification is preferred. Candidates must be able to obtain DEA registration prior to the start of credentialing if they do not already hold it.
Can I set my own schedule and caseload volume?
Yes. Practitioners design their own schedules and manage their patient caseloads. No minimum hour requirement is stated in the posting.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Springfield, IL

This Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner role associated with Springfield, Illinois is a fully remote 1099 independent contractor position coordinated by Seasoned Recruitment in partnership with telehealth providers. Clinicians deliver psychiatric evaluations, evidence-based treatment planning, and medication management through an encrypted, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. Practitioners set their own schedules, control caseload volume, and work from a private secure location with no stated minimum hour requirements. Estimated compensation is $140,000–$210,000 annually under the 1099 structure, which includes protective reimbursement for patient no-shows and late cancellations. Required credentials include an active unencumbered PMHNP state license and current or obtainable DEA registration, along with the ability to work effectively in a remote clinical environment. Seasoned Recruitment is a healthcare-exclusive staffing agency founded in 2016 that places clinicians in telehealth and other healthcare roles. The position is suited to PMHNPs seeking autonomous outpatient psychiatric practice delivered entirely through telehealth.

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