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New Jersey · Remote OK

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - NJ

Nurse PractitionerNo weekendsContract

Listed compensation

Starting at $80 /hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Contract to start with goal of growing to full-time

Flexible, part-time hours (Evenings/weekends especially) | Telehealth only

Specialized care in women’s mental health (PCOS, PMDD, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause)

Mavida Health is an online therapy and psychiatry platform focused on supporting women through major transitional moments in life - from PMOS & PMDD through Menopause and everything in between. We provide integrated, evidence-based care through individual, group, and couples therapy as well as medication management, co-founded and led by reproductive psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Oreck.

Now a WPS Healthcare Company, Mavida Health combines the best of both worlds: the speed, autonomy, and impact of a high-growth startup with the resources and reach of a legacy healthcare organization.

Our team is small, nimble, and mission-driven, which means ideas move quickly, decisions are made close to the work, and every employee plays a meaningful role in shaping the company's future.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for people who are excited to build, innovate, and help redefine women's mental healthcare at scale.

We are hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to help expand access to this level of specialized, whole-person care as we continue to grow.

What Are We Looking For?

The ideal candidate is dedicated, self-starting, and eager to learn. Through our expert-led training, they will have the opportunity to develop specialization in women’s mental health across hormonally influenced life transitions, including fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, PMDD, and perimenopause/menopause, with a focus on supporting patients through the complex intersection of biology, identity, and lived experience.

The Successful Candidate Is Someone Who

Has a genuine passion for supporting women across the lifespan, with an appreciation for how hormonal and life transitions shape mental health.

Is committed to cultivating cultural humility, increasing personal awareness, and enhancing cultural competency to effectively serve a diverse patient population

Has the ability to build strong therapeutic relationships with clients and their families.

Is adaptable and open to learning and growth. They should be willing to embrace new technologies and approaches to virtual mental health care.

Actively engages in meetings, and contributes to the innovation and growth of the clinical team.

Has a commitment to ongoing education and professional development, including staying up-to-date with the latest research and treatment modalities in perinatal mental health.

Has high ethical standards and maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to all relevant laws and regulations governing psychiatric nursing practice.

Has strong communication skills, as all work will be conducted remotely; should be able to convey complex medical information in a clear and understandable manner (or willingness to grow in that area).

Is comfortable with the technology and/or willing to learn new technologies to facilitate patient-centered virtual care

What Is the Role?

The Psychiatric NP will:

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients, including reviewing medical histories, performing mental status examinations, and formulating diagnoses.

Develop individualized treatment plans for patients, including prescribing appropriate medications, therapy, and other interventions.

Provide evidence-based, patient-centered psychiatric care to individuals, with a focus on women's health or perinatal health issues.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to coordinate patient care and ensure holistic treatment.

Monitor and adjust treatment plans as necessary based on patients' progress, side effects, or changing clinical needs.

Provide education and counseling to patients and their families regarding mental health conditions, treatment options, and wellness strategies.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including electronic health records (EHR), in compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Stay current with best practices, research, and developments in psychiatric nursing and women's health, sharing knowledge with the team as appropriate.

  • Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards governing psychiatric nursing practice.
  • Valid and active New Jersey Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner license.
  • Valid and active New Jersey DEA (with schedules 2-5)
  • Ability to work independently in a 100% virtual environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on patient-centered care.
  • Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems and other healthcare software.
  • Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and upholding ethical standards.
  • Ideally, the candidate displays the following characteristics:
  • Additional state licensures and DEAs
  • Minimum of two years of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
  • Experience working in women’s health or perinatal mental health
  • A flexible and curiosity-based approach to problem-solving
  • Self-starter with a passion for women’s health
  • Ability to work independently and problem solve while participating in a team environment

Excellent Time Management and Prioritization Skills

We are just as passionate about supporting the personal and professional growth of our employees as we are about providing innovative and effective care to our patients. We are a clinician-led organization that recognizes the importance of supporting the mental health and well-being of our employees that are expected to care for our patients who are often suffering with complex social, emotional, physical, and mental health needs, therefore, we:

Ensure equitable hiring practices, dialogue, and training that support the employment of a diverse workforce.

Maintain a workplace where all employees feel respected and valued, with equal opportunity for development and advancement.

Provide specialization training to provide our employees with the most up-to-date research on best practices in perinatal mental health.

Hourly rate range (based on experience/expertise): Starting at $80/hr

Other Benefits Included

  • Access to professional development training
  • Preferred Days/Hours (negotiable - evenings and weekends especially)
  • All work will be remote - meetings will be held virtually.

Professional equipment to facilitate virtual care (e. g., laptop) must be provided by contractor.

Key Responsibilities

The Psychiatric NP will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, formulate diagnoses, and develop individualized treatment plans including medication management. They will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide evidence-based, patient-centered care focused on women's health and perinatal mental health.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid and active New Jersey Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner license and DEA registration. A minimum of two years of experience in psychiatric nursing is preferred, along with proficiency in electronic health record systems.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Psychiatric evaluationPatient assessmentTreatment planningCrisis interventionCollaborationClinical documentationEvidence-based practice

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - NJ at Mavida Health a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Psychiatry (NP) — ranked against 2,035 active Psychiatry (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.

Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Mavida Health holds gold-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 88/100, 7 active listings.

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 58% have no call, 86% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Psychiatry NP by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 25% in psychiatry (np)ranked against 2,035 Psychiatry (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$166kPsychiatry NP median $125k (middle half $125k–$177k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Work settingremotepeers: 28% remote · 58% no call · 86% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS nurse practitioner listings (all specialties): 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Psychiatry NP hiring demand#14 of 19 specialtiespostings stay open a median 34 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 884 postings, 1,094 closed
New Psychiatry NP listings855 in the last 30 days970 the 30 days before (−12%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Psychiatry NP pay trend+1.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Mavida Healthgold tier, 88/100Top Employers work-life index7 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,035 Psychiatry (NP) listings), Top Employers work-life index, WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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  • No weekends
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