About this opportunity
Avenue 360 Health and Wellness lists this Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About us
nAvenue 360 is a Federal Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) that strives to provide high quality and caring service to promote healthy people and communities. Our 360-degree approach addresses medical, dental, and behavioral health needs as well as addressing non-medical drivers of health like housing and transportation. Our compassionate care extends to those with and without insurance. We strive to not only be the provider of choice but the employer of choice.
nOur Compensation Package Includes :
nnGenerous Paid Time Off- (11 paid holidays per year, 2 Floating Holidays per year, 14 paid Vacation days per year, 4 hours per month of accrued Sick days)
nMedical, Dental, and Vision
n401K match up to 4%
nCompany paid Life Insurance
nCompany paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
nEmployee Assistance Program
n nOur Values Pact
nnWe take PRIDE in our work.
nWe have a positive ATTITUDE.
nWe are CURIOUS.
nWe are COMMITTED.
nWe are CARING and CUSTOMER-SERVICE oriented.
nWe are a TEAM. We LEARN, GROW, and INNOVATE.
n nRole Overview
nThe Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for delivering comprehensive adult psychiatric and addiction treatment services, including active participation in our Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) programs. This role is accountable for delivering measurable results aligned with departmental and organizational goals and ensuring alignment with our company vision and core values.
nAreas of Accountability
nThis position is directly accountable for the following key areas:
nnConduct adult psychiatric evaluations, formulate diagnoses, and develop individualized treatment plans.
nPrescribe and manage psychotropic medications for adults and MAT/MOUD therapies, including buprenorphine, naltrexone, and other approved medications for those enrolled in addiction services.
nProvide follow-up care, medication management, and support for patients engaged in psychiatric treatment, substance use recovery and mental health treatment.
nCollaborate with an interdisciplinary team including physicians, therapists, case managers, and peer recovery specialists to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
nPerform risk assessments, crisis interventions, and safety planning as needed.
nEducate patients and families about psychiatric conditions, recovery principles, medication adherence, and harm reduction strategies.
nMaintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
nParticipate in quality improvement initiatives, case conferences, and program development activities to strengthen Avenue 360’s behavioral health and MAT/MOUD services.
n nEducation, Licensure/Certification:
nnMaster's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
nCertification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
nCurrent, unrestricted license to practice as an APRN in the state of Texas.
nDEA license with X-waiver (or eligibility and willingness to obtain).
nExcellent communication and teamwork skills, with a commitment to health equity and culturally competent care.
n nExperience, Skills/Abilities Related Requirements:
nnMinimum of 2 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, behavioral health, or substance use treatment preferred.
nAt least 1–2 years of direct clinical experience providing psychiatric care in outpatient, community mental health, or integrated primary care settings is preferred.
nPrior experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, including providing or supporting treatment for opioid use disorder, is strongly preferred.
nExperience working with diverse, underserved, and/or high‑acuity populations in a
nDemonstrated ability to perform comprehensive psychiatric assessments, formulate
nProficiency in psychopharmacology, including initiating and managing medications for mental health conditions and MAT/MOUD agents such as buprenorphine and naltrexone.
nAbility to manage co‑occurring mental health and substance use disorders, including risk
nWorking knowledge of addiction medicine principles and recovery‑oriented care,
nStrong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport, engage patients in shared
nAbility to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team in a collaborative, integrated care model.
nDemonstrated professionalism, reliability, and adaptability in a fast‑paced community health setting, including openness to feedback and participation in quality improvement.
nProficiency with OCHIN EPIC and CMBHS
n nContinuing Education and Training Requirements:
nMaintain current license/certification
Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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