Full-Time Mental Health Provider (PMHNP) at Sway [Fully remote] - ILLINOIS AND OHIO (Joliet)

Summary

Sway Health is seeking a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a full-time, remote 1099 contract position.

Candidates must hold active licenses to practice in both Illinois and Ohio, along with active DEA registrations in both states. This position offers $130,000 in annual compensation for a five-day-per-week commitment.

We are looking for clinicians with an interest in treating bipolar disorder and providing integrated care that combines medication management, psychoeducation, and brief psychotherapeutic interventions.

About Us

Sway is a telehealth clinic dedicated exclusively to caring for patients with bipolar disorder. Our mission is to make specialized psychopharmacology, evidence-based psychotherapy, and psychoeducation accessible to those living with the condition.

Our integrated care model gives PMHNPs the opportunity to deliver comprehensive care while building specialized expertise within a supportive clinical community

About the Role

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at Sway you will:

• Deliver comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for patients with bipolar disorder.
• Provide evidence-based psychoeducation and brief psychotherapeutic interventions incorporating elements of CBT and DBT. Training is provided; prior experience is a plus.
• Develop, implement, and review individualized treatment plans.
• Identify high-risk patients and respond to elevated safety concerns according to clinical protocols.
• Practice within a supportive clinical community, learning from fellow clinicians and our Chief Medical Officer.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of our clinical protocols and procedures.

Working At Sway

We are committed to creating an environment where PMHNPs can grow professionally and focus on patient care. Our dedicated teams support marketing, billing, credentialing, and scheduling.

Working at Sway you will:

• Build specialized expertise in bipolar care through evidence-based treatment protocols.
• Participate in weekly clinical didactics with our Chief Medical Officer.
• Access ongoing clinical consultation and mentorship to discuss complex cases.
• Learn alongside other clinicians and stay informed about developments in bipolar treatment.
• Work remotely from the comfort of your own home.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients with bipolar disorder.
• Contribute ideas and feedback within a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate:

• Is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
• Direct experience treating bipolar disorder and experience with CBT or DBT are strong pluses.
• Holds active, unrestricted licenses in good standing to practice as a nurse practitioner in both Illinois and Ohio.
• Holds active DEA registrations in both Illinois and Ohio.
• Is available for a full-time commitment of five days per week.
• Has at least two years of relevant clinical experience treating patients with mood disorders.
• Has an interest in developing specialized expertise in bipolar disorder.
• Is comfortable providing telepsychiatry and medication management remotely.
• Has a quiet, private workspace and reliable internet access.
• Communicates effectively and uses technology efficiently.
• Is adaptable and comfortable working in a goal-driven startup environment.

Experience with bipolar disorder patients is a strong plus, but not required

Compensation and Commitment

• Annual compensation: $130,000.
• Contract type: 1099 independent contractor.
• Time commitment: Full-time, five days per week.
• Location: Remote, serving patients in Illinois and Ohio.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule