Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) – Remote

Description

SMHWI is seeking a full-time, remote Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide psychiatric care across a detoxification program, residential treatment center, and intensive outpatient program (IOP) in New Mexico. This role supports comprehensive, evidence-based treatment for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The PMHNP will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary clinical team to deliver high-quality psychiatric assessment, medication management, and treatment planning across multiple levels of care.

Schedule & Coverage

• Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Weekend Coverage: 2 weekends per month
• On-Call Rotation: 1 week per month

Remote Position

• New Mexico and Nevada licensed, with DEA

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management for patients in: Detox Residential treatment Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nursing, and case management teams
• Provide clinical oversight and support for detox protocols and stabilization
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings
• Support continuity of care and discharge planning
• Respond to on-call clinical needs during assigned coverage periods

Maintain Compliance

• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and organizational regulations

Requirements

• Required Qualifications:
• Current PMHNP certification
• Active New Mexico and Nevada APRN license (required)
• Active DEA license (required)
• Ability to practice independently under New Mexico scope of practice
• Experience in substance use treatment, detox, residential, or IOP settings preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex psychiatric presentations
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Comfortable working remotely and managing time across multiple programs

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary is competitive with market and opportunity for growth
• W-2 employee status with SMHWI
• Full benefits package, including:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
• Paid holidays
• Malpractice coverage

Supportive Clinical Leadership and Collaborative Care Environment

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• SMHWI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.
• All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.