Private Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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Private Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 

Compensation: $144-$222 per hour 

As a Private Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you have the opportunity to create or expand a flexible, independent practice. Headway provides a streamlined platform that manages insurance processes, automates administrative tasks, and allows you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while maximizing your income. 

This independent contractor role gives you complete control over your schedule, client base, and preferred work environment, all without any long-term commitments. You can decide when, where, and how you want to work while maintaining complete ownership of your private practice. 

About Headway 

Headway was built to simplify the business side of mental health care. By automating credentialing, billing, and compliance, the platform reduces administrative burden so clinicians can dedicate more time to patients. Thousands of licensed professionals use Headway to operate successful, sustainable private practices that expand access to care. 

Advantages of Partnering with Headway 

When joining Headway as an independent contractor, you gain access to: 
- Fast, no-cost insurance credentialing, often completed within 30 days 
- Competitive pay rates from major insurance networks 
- Biweekly direct payments through a secure online system 
- Integrated EHR that manages scheduling, notes, secure communications, and assessments 
- Compliance and audit support to meet insurance and industry requirements 
- Access to Headway Academy for complimentary continuing education resources 

Qualifications 

- Active psychiatric nurse practitioner license 
- ANCC board certification 
- DEA or CDS registration number 
- Current NPI number and malpractice coverage 

Accepted Licenses 

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

Ideal Candidate 

- A fully licensed Private Practice Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who values independence and wants to manage their own hours, patient interactions, and caseload 
- Detail-oriented, reliable, and motivated to expand patient access to quality psychiatric care 
- Interested in building a new practice or growing an existing one through a flexible system that aligns with personal goals 

Benefits for Patients 

Headway simplifies insurance management, bringing affordable mental health services within reach. 
- Clients can instantly confirm insurance eligibility for seamless scheduling and ongoing care 

We also help your clients by: 
- Guiding them through the care process with dedicated support 
- Verifying coverage automatically, making their care journey faster and easier 

Ready to Begin? 

If you are a Private Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with:  
- A valid NPI number  
- Active malpractice insurance  
- DEA or CDS registration  
- Completed CAQH profile  

Headway is ready to help you launch or grow your private practice. Setup is free, you decide your hours, and you can work virtually or in person—whichever fits your professional and personal needs best.
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