Certified Nurse Practitioner at The Crossroads Center

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Care, Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management, Care Coordination, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Documentation, Compliance, Continuing Education, Ethical Standards, Trauma-Informed Care, Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, Psychopharmacology, Medication-Assisted Treatment, Client Stability, Discharge Planning

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Job Title: Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) Employment Status: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Program: Residential and Outpatient Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Services Reports To: Chief Medical Officer FLSA Status: Exempt Position Summary The Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides high-quality, integrated medical and psychiatric care to individuals receiving residential and outpatient substance use disorder and mental health services. Working within a multidisciplinary treatment team, the NP conducts assessments, prescribes and manages medications, and supports recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care consistent with the organization’s nonprofit mission and values of kindness, honesty, and respect. This role supports continuity of care across service levels and contributes to a safe, ethical, and compassionate treatment environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Care * Conduct comprehensive medical and psychiatric evaluations for residential and outpatient clients * Diagnose and treat mental health and substance use disorders within the scope of practice * Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic and other medically indicated medications * Provide Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including buprenorphine, naltrexone, and related services * Monitor withdrawal management, medication side effects, and overall client stability * Collaborate with nursing, counseling, and medical staff to coordinate care plans Care Coordination & Collaboration * Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings * Communicate effectively with therapists, case managers, nursing staff, and leadership * Coordinate care with external providers, hospitals, pharmacies, and referral sources as needed * Support discharge planning and continuity of care Documentation & Compliance * Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) * Ensure services comply with federal, state, and licensing requirements * Adhere to HIPAA, confidentiality, and organizational policies * Participate in quality improvement and clinical audits as requested Professional Responsibilities * Maintain active licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements * Provide clinical consultation and education to staff as appropriate * Uphold ethical standards and best practices in behavioral healthcare * Promote a respectful, inclusive, and recovery-oriented treatment environment Required Qualifications * Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Ohio * Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program * Prescriptive authority and DEA registration (or ability to obtain) * Minimum of 2 years clinical experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, primary care, or a related field * Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology and integrated care models Preferred Qualifications * Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification * Experience in residential substance use disorder treatment settings * MAT certification and experience * Experience working in nonprofit or community-based healthcare settings * Familiarity with trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles Work Schedule & Environment * Full-time position, 40 hours per week * Schedule may include occasional evenings, or flexibility based on program needs * Work performed in residential and outpatient clinical settings Compensation & Benefits * Competitive salary commensurate with experience * Health, dental, and vision insurance * Paid time off and holidays * 403b Retirement Plan Equal Opportunity Statement The Crossroads Center is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and clients

Responsibilities

The Certified Nurse Practitioner provides integrated medical and psychiatric care to clients in residential and outpatient settings. This includes conducting assessments, prescribing medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery-oriented care.