Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner

Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Location: Fairfax, VA 22030 Shift: Standard Shift Duration: Long Term Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with expertise in Addiction Medicine and Substance Use Disorder (SUD). This role will lead and manage the Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program, providing comprehensive care to patients with opioid use disorder using medications such as Suboxone. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program • Diagnose and treat patients with substance use disorders, particularly opioid use disorder • Prescribe and manage MAT medications (e.g., Suboxone) • Conduct psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans • Provide ongoing behavioral health care and medication management • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care Minimum Qualifications (Required) • Master s or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited institution • Completion of a state-certified Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner program • Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or equivalent • Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner (LNP) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia • Valid and unrestricted DEA license in Virginia (required by date of hire) • Experience treating patients with Opioid Use Disorder using medication-assisted treatment Preferred Qualifications • Prior experience managing or leading a MAT program • Strong background in addiction medicine and behavioral health