Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner – Substance Abuse Focus

Location: 850 W 3rd N St, Morristown, TN 37814 (Primarily Telehealth, Some In-Person Possible)
Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time
Specialty: Psychiatry / Addiction Medicine

About Us

We are a growing behavioral health practice dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to individuals struggling with mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Our mission is to deliver accessible, evidence-based psychiatric services that support lasting recovery.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Tennessee-licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a strong background or interest in substance abuse treatment. This role will be primarily telehealth, with the possibility of incorporating some in-person services at our Morristown, TN location as the patient base grows.

The ideal candidate is passionate about addiction psychiatry, comfortable working with a diverse patient population, and committed to delivering patient-centered care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, particularly for patients with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications following evidence-based guidelines
• Collaborate with therapists, counselors, and medical staff to develop integrated treatment plans
• Provide patient education on diagnosis, treatment, and recovery support
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Participate in ongoing case discussions and team meetings

Qualifications

• Active Tennessee Nurse Practitioner license with Psychiatric-Mental Health certification (PMHNP)
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
• Experience or strong interest in substance abuse and addiction psychiatry
• Strong telehealth communication skills and comfort using EHR systems
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a remote team
• Commitment to compassionate, recovery-focused care

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay structure
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive, collaborative environment
• Opportunity to shape service delivery in a growing practice
• Telehealth work-from-home flexibility with potential for hybrid model

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Work Location: In person