School-Based Nurse Practitioner – Chemical Dependency Position Summary:
The School-Based Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Chemical Dependency provides onsite medical and behavioral health care to students struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. The NP serves as a vital member of a multidisciplinary team focused on early intervention, treatment, and recovery support for youth affected by chemical dependency.
School-Based Nurse Practitioner – Chemical Dependency Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive physical, behavioral, and substance use assessments to students (ages 10–18).
- Diagnose and manage substance use disorders and co-occurring mental/behavioral health issues in children and adolescents.
- Develop individualized care plans that include harm reduction, family engagement, and academic support coordination.
- Administer and manage medications, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), in accordance with state regulations and clinical guidelines.
- Collaborate with school counselors, psychologists, social workers, and administrators to support students' academic and social success.
- Engage families in care planning, education, and recovery support where appropriate.
- Provide crisis intervention, brief counseling, and referrals to community-based behavioral health and addiction services.
- Conduct student and staff education on substance use prevention, coping strategies, and wellness.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
- Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews and contribute to school-wide wellness and prevention initiatives.
School-Based Nurse Practitioner – Chemical Dependency Qualifications and Preferred Experience:
- Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Current Nurse Practitioner license in [State].
- Board certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
- DEA license and authorization to prescribe controlled substances.
- Completion of or willingness to obtain training in adolescent addiction treatment or certification in addiction nursing (e.g., CARN-AP).
- School health or adolescent behavioral health experience preferred.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- At least 1–2 years providing care to youth in educational, public health, or behavioral health settings.
- Experience treating youth with trauma, substance use disorders, and mental health needs.
- Familiarity with SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment).
- Understanding of educational systems and family engagement in youth healthcare.
Posted Salary RangeUSD $69.54 - USD $90.00 /Hr.
This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.
At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.
