Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

APN DAC is looking for an as needed/locums PMHNP to do the initial Psych evals (IPE) on our detox patients within 48 hours of their admission. We are a small detox of only 8 beds and offer telehealth options for patient evals.

Broad Statement of Responsibilities: The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is a licensed practitioner who is responsible for managing and coordinating healthcare of clients in an ambulatory outpatient setting in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations and the nursing standards of care (assessment of health status, diagnosis, development of plan of care and treatment, implementation of treatment plan, and evaluation of patient status). Treatment modalities will include administration of deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) and ketamine. Medical and clinical management is conducted in collaboration with other health care team members.

Education:

This position requires the following education and licensure:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program
  
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Licensure
  
• Current Nurse Practitioner certification
  
• Preference given for dual accreditation in Neurology and/or previous experience with ganglion nerve block, TMS and Ketamine (not required)
  

Experience: This position requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner role preferred with substance abuse experience.

Position Duties and Responsibilities - Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Deliver superior patient care with a strong therapeutic approach to clients undergoing detoxification and stabilization for substance use and co-occurring psychiatric disorders (e.g., Major Depressive Disorder, PTSD, OCD, Bipolar Disorder).
  
• Provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments and initiate evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary care teams.
  
• Consult with staff on medical and psychiatric issues, supporting safe and effective clinical decision-making.
  
• Emphasize relapse prevention and recovery planning, integrating family therapy when appropriate to support long-term outcomes.
  
• Respond promptly and appropriately to clinical concerns or emergencies.
  
• Exhibit strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills, contributing to a supportive and accountable clinical environment.
  
• Maintain appropriate clinical boundaries, demonstrating professionalism and compassion.
  
• Adapt to a dynamic care environment, open to policy changes, clinical feedback, and ongoing learning opportunities.
  
• Participate in continuous professional development, keeping current with best practices in psychiatric detox and addiction treatment.
  
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic and detox-related medications, including assessing for side effects, misuse potential, and interactions.
  
• Educate patients and families on the purpose, risks, and expectations of prescribed treatments.
  

Required Skills

APRN

Certified Nurse Practitioner

Addiction Counseling

Practing as an APRN

Optional Skills

Psychiatry

Addiction Medicine

PMHNP

Pay: $100.00 - $125.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Referral program
  

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Aurora, CO 80014