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Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (LPNP)

$144 per hour

Headway

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Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

 

Wage: Up to $196.58/hour

Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner?Whether you want to see patients alongside a full-time job or grow a full-time practice, Headway makes it easy to accept insurance, boost your earnings, and focus on care -  without the administrative burden.  It’s all on one free-to-use platform, no commitment required.

About the role

This position is for licensed psychiatric nurse practitioners looking to start or grow their private practice. Headway provides the tools, resources, and support to help you navigate insurance, streamline operations, and let you focus on what matters most - your patients.

About you

  • You’re a fully licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner with your  DEA   or CDS number ANCC or AANP   board certification , a valid  NPI number and  malpractice insurance .

  • You’re looking to start or expand your private practice while maintaining control over your schedule, client load, and work environment.

Why partner with Headway?

As an independent provider with Headway, you’ll gain access to:

  • Hassle-free insurance credentialing: Get credentialed for free in multiple states within as little as 30 days.

  • Increased earnings: Secure competitive rates with top insurance plans through our nationwide network.

  • Predictable bi-weekly payments: Receive reliable payouts directly from Headway.

  • Built-in EHR tools: Access real-time scheduling, secure client messaging, documentation templates, assessments, and more.

  • Compliance & audit support: Stay up-to-date with insurance requirements and industry regulations.

  • Free continuing education: Earn CEUs and expand your expertise through Headway Academy.

How Headway supports your patients

  • Increased access: Headway makes it easier for your clients to get the care they need at a price they can afford through insurance.

  • Instant verification:  Clients can easily check their insurance status and get the care they need without disruption. 

Important Notes

  • This is a 1099 independent contractor role. You’ll have full autonomy over your practice, including setting your hours and managing your caseload.

  • At this time, Headway can’t support mental health professionals that aren’t fully licensed. If your application was rejected for incomplete licensure, you’re welcome to reapply once you have a valid license. 

About Headway

We make it easy for mental health providers to take insurance by credentialing you with the nation’s largest networks, handling billing and admin paperwork, and helping you earn more stable income with higher rates. With Headway, you can finally focus on what matters most: providing life-changing care. We’ll take care of the rest.

 

Wage: Between $144-$222 an hour

Are you a licensed Psychiatric Nurse looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existing practice? Headway can help you earn more through insurance!

Headway supports thousands of mental health clinicians across the United States in our mission to rewire the mental healthcare system for access and affordability. We equip mental health practitioners with the tools and resources they need to run a flourishing private practice.

Mental health clinicians use Headway in a number of ways, ranging from conducting psychotherapy sessions with patients to providing and overseeing medication management. Whether you're new to private practice or already have an established practice of your own, we’re excited to support you in reaching your goals! By joining the Headway community, we’ll help you:

  • Accept insurance hassle-free by credentialing you with the nation’s largest networks and handling the billing and admin paperwork for you.
  • Maintain a flexible schedule by deciding how many clients you see through Headway, so that you can set the hours that work for you.
  • Grow your caseload by providing marketing support and patient referrals.

We’ll also support your patients by

  • Providing customized support to clinicians and patients in order to streamline the process of both seeking and providing care.
  • Verifying client insurance benefits instantly and automatically, so that access to care is never delayed, and you can see your patients with confidence.

And we do this completely free of charge to you! Headways is a flexible service, meaning your hours are yours to set, and it’s up to you whether you see your patients in-person or remotely via telehealth while working from home. We accept the following licenses on a state by state basis:

  • APRN-CNP / APRN-FPA / APRN-PA
  • APN
  • PMHNP-BC
  • NP

Ready to get started?

We are excited to begin helping you if you are a fully-licensed, ANCC or AANP board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with:

  • A valid NPI number
  • Malpractice insurance
  • A DEA or CDS number
  • CAQH

Please note, at this time, we are unable to service mental health professionals that are not fully licensed. Your application will be rejected until you obtain a valid license.

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