Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner; Psych NP
Job in
Sedalia, Pettis County, Missouri, 65301, USA
Listed on 2026-10-05
Listing for:
Paradigm Recovery Centers
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-05
Job specializations:
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Nursing
Psychiatric Care & Support, Mental Health Nurse, Nurse Practitioner
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Overview
Paradigm Recovery Center is a startup behavioral health treatment center providing structured, evidence-based treatment for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and integrated behavioral health care within ASAM 2.5 and 2.1 levels of care.
Key Responsibilities Psychiatric Evaluation & Medication Management- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
- Prescribe, adjust, and monitor psychiatric medications in accordance with Missouri scope of practice
- Provide medication management for co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders
- Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and adherence
- Coordinate care related to MAT or psychotropic medications as clinically indicated
- Collaborate with therapists, case managers, nursing staff, and leadership
- Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and case reviews
- Provide consultation regarding psychiatric symptoms and medication concerns
- Support referrals and discharge planning
- Complete timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record
- Maintain records consistent with Missouri regulations, HIPAA, and payer requirements
- Document assessments, progress notes, medication orders, and follow-ups
- Assess psychiatric risk factors including suicidality and symptom escalation
- Respond to medication reactions or adverse events
- Communicate urgent clinical concerns promptly
- Assist with psychiatric workflow and policy development
- Support program build-out and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain flexibility in a startup environment
- Active, unrestricted Missouri APRN license
- Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
- Current DEA registration or ability to obtain
- Experience in behavioral health or substance use treatment
- Strong clinical judgment and documentation skills
- Experience in ASAM 2.1 and/or 2.5 levels of care
- Experience in PHP or IOP settings
- Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented care
- Startup or program development experience
- Daytime and/or evening hours based on program needs
- Flexible scheduling during startup phase
- Ability to conduct psychiatric evaluations for extended periods
- Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Reliable attendance and professionalism
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