Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Addiction Medicine

Avenues Recovery

• $95K — $115K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active NP (FNP, PMHNP) or PA-C license in Colorado
  • Active DEA registration
  • 1+ year experience in substance use disorder treatment or related fields
  • Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities

  • Conduct medical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
  • Provide medical monitoring and medication management in detox and residential care
  • Stabilize patients with substance use disorders to support engagement in treatment
  • Order and review medications, labs, and urine drug screens
  • Document all medical care in the electronic medical record (EMR)
  • Collaborate with medical, clinical, and utilization review teams
  • Ensure compliance with state regulations and established standards
  • Manage daily and weekly patient schedules efficiently

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off (PTO)
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Eligibility for HRSA STAR federal student loan repayment
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance and AD&D coverage
  • Pet Insurance available
  • Legal coverage and Identity Theft Protection
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
Full Job Description


We are currently hiring a PsychiatricNurse Practitioner for our Detox and Residential treatment facility in Denver, CO.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an NP to provide medical care, medication management, and clinical oversight in a detox and residential substance use disorder treatment setting.

This role emphasizes patient stabilization, interdisciplinary collaboration, accurate documentation, and regulatory compliance, allowing clinicians to practice thoughtfully in a structured, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct medical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

• Provide medical monitoring and medication management in detox and residential care

• Stabilize patients with substance use disorders to support engagement in treatment

• Order and review medications, labs, and urine drug screens (UDS)

• Document all medical care in the electronic medical record (EMR)

• Collaborate with medical, clinical, and utilization review (UR) teams

• Ensure compliance with state regulations, JCAHO, CARF, and ASAM standards

• Manage daily and weekly patient schedules efficiently

Required Qualifications:

• Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner (FNP, PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) license in Colorado

• Active DEA registration

• Experience in substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health, psychiatry, or mental health (1+ year preferred)

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team

What Sets Us Apart:

Avenues Recovery Center at Denver is a 100-bed detox and inpatient substance use disorder treatment facility in a newly expanded space. Our continuously growing facility brings all medical and clinical services under one roof, supporting coordinated, patient-centered care in a behavioral health setting.

Our 24/7 medical and clinical teams provide compassionate, dignified care focused on patient stabilization, safety, and recovery. The collaborative atmosphere, built by both staff and clients-creates a supportive environment where quality care and clinical integrity come first.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

• 401(k) with employer match

• Eligibility for HRSA STAR federal student loan repayment

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Short- and long-term disability

• Life insurance and AD&D

• Pet Insurance

• Legal coverage

• Identity Theft Protection

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA

• Additional voluntary benefits available



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