Job Title:

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Reports To:
Medical Director / Executive Director

Department:
Medical

Location:
Remote

Employment Type:
Full-time | Salaried | Exempt

Compensation:

The pay for this position is $170,000-180,000 salary, set in good faith based on the responsibilities of the role, qualifications, and market conditions

Job Summary

Mainspring Recovery is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our interdisciplinary clinical team supporting individuals in recovery from substance use disorders (SUD) and co-occurring mental health conditions. This position may be filled by a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or a Medical Nurse Practitioner (FNP/AGNP) depending on the candidates licensure and area of expertise. The NP will provide specialty-focused care — psychiatric or medical — while maintaining a whole-person approach aligned with Mainsprings mission.

Key Responsibilities

Upon admission, conduct a comprehensive specialty-specific intake evaluation:

For Psychiatric NPs (PMHNP):

• Complete psychiatric intake evaluation including mental status exam (MSE), trauma history, and psychiatric review of systems

• Diagnose and document DSM-5 psychiatric conditions (e.g., mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis) co-occurring with SUD

• Assess suicide/homicide risk and establish a safety plan

• Review current psychotropic medication history and identify medication-assisted treatment (MAT) need

• Establish an individualized psychiatric treatment plan with short- and long-term goals

• Routinely approve continuation of medications upon intake until full assessment can be completed.

SUD & Mental Health Focus During Mainspring Care 

• Identify and address SUD-specific clinical needs including withdrawal management, detox monitoring, and MAT initiation or continuation (buprenorphine, naltrexone, etc.) 

• Collaborate with counselors, case managers, and behavioral health staff to ensure psychiatric and medical needs are integrated into the patients individualized treatment plan 

• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and case conferences 

• Provide clinical consultation to staff regarding the intersection of medical/psychiatric conditions and SUD recovery 

• Screen for co-occurring disorders and refer internally or externally as appropriate 

Routine Follow-Up & Ongoing Care 

• Conduct scheduled follow-up appointments throughout the patients stay to monitor treatment response, medication efficacy, and overall health status 

• Reassess and update the care plan based on patient progress, emerging concerns, or changes in clinical status 

• Document all clinical encounters, assessments, and care plan updates accurately and in a timely manner in the EHR 

• Monitor vital signs, labs, and diagnostic results; communicate critical values and initiate appropriate follow-up 

• Provide patient education regarding diagnosis, medications, side effects, and self-management strategies relevant to SUD recovery 

Medication Ordering & Prescribing 

• Prescribe and manage medications within scope of practice, including MAT medications, psychiatric medications, and medications for co-occurring medical conditions 

• Conduct medication reconciliation upon admission, during treatment, and at discharge 

• Monitor for medication interactions, contraindications, and adverse effects with attention to substances common in SUD populations 

• Utilize the Virginia Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) as required prior to prescribing controlled substances 

• Collaborate with the Medical Director on complex or high-risk medication regimens 

Peer-to-Peer Reviews & Utilization Management 

• Complete peer-to-peer (P2P) reviews with insurance medical directors as required to advocate for medically necessary levels of care, continued stays, or treatment services 

• Document clinical justification for level-of-care determinations in alignment with ASAM criteria 

• Communicate with payers and utilization management teams to support authorization of clinical services 

• Partner with the clinical and administrative team to ensure timely completion of P2P requests to avoid disruptions in patient care 

Additional Responsibilities 

• Refer patients to outside healthcare resources and specialists when clinical needs exceed on-site scope of care 

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of SUD treatment guidelines, MAT protocols, and psychiatric best practices 

• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or Medical Director 

Minimum Qualifications

Education / Credentials

• Active Nurse Practitioner licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia (required) 

• Board certification as a PMHNP-C/PMHNP-BC

• Active DEA registration in Virginia (required) 

• Current BLS/CPR certification (required) 

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience in a psychiatric, SUD, behavioral health, or related healthcare setting preferred 

• Experience with medication-assisted treatment (MAT) preferred 

• Experience completing peer-to-peer reviews with insurance companies preferred 

Knowledge / Skills

• Strong clinical assessment skills with ability to identify and manage acute and chronic conditions in SUD/MH populations 

• Familiarity with ASAM criteria and levels of care for SUD treatment 

• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and patient-centered care 

Working Conditions

• Direct Care Position 

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday 10:00am-6:30pm, on-call 

• Remote

Why This Role Matters

• At Mainspring Recovery, we believe that healing from substance use disorder requires addressing the full picture of a persons health — mind and body. Our Nurse Practitioners are essential to that mission. Whether your expertise is psychiatric or medical, your work directly supports patients in one of the most vulnerable and transformative periods of their lives. You will be part of a compassionate, collaborative team dedicated to meeting patients where they are and guiding them toward lasting recovery.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Mainspring conducts, as required, job-related background checks, drug testing, TB testing, verification of employment history, and/or reference checks prior to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mainspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

EEO is the Law:
http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

About Mainspring Recovery

Mainspring Recovery is a mission-driven behavioral health organization built on the belief that healing happens when the right people are in the room. We provide care across multiple levels, including Residential, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient (IOP), supporting individuals and families throughout the recovery process.

Every role at Mainspring, clinical and non-clinical alike, contributes to creating safe, structured, and effective environments where people can rebuild their lives. We invest in strong teams, clear systems, and thoughtful leadership, believing meaningful impact comes from doing the work well, supporting one another, and holding ourselves to high standards across the organization.