Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Location: Memphis, TN Employment Type: Full-Time Facility Type: Office Based Opioid Treatment Facility

Cedar Recovery is currently hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at our new Office Based Opioid Treatment Facility in Memphis, TN.

Cedar Recovery, LLC is an ASAM Level I outpatient treatment facility that employs an array of evidenced-based treatment modalities to provide an integrated model of care of medical, counseling, and therapeutic interventions to treat every patient's individual needs and promote long-term sustainable recovery from substance use disorder. While Cedar Recovery provides care for all substance use disorders, it has a primary focus on treating opioid use disorder with medications such as Buprenorphine and/or Naltrexone (MAT).

Our mission is to solve the opioid crisis and repair the communities we serve by providing addiction treatment that works. ® All Cedar Recovery employees are expected to fulfill our care values: Love Unconditionally, Forgive Habitually, and Demonstrate Mercy.

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team. The PMHNP will provide evidence-based psychiatric medication management and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services to individuals struggling with opioid use disorder and co-occurring behavioral health conditions. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact in the community while working as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, mental status exams, and substance use assessments.
• Prescribe and manage medications for opioid use disorder (including buprenorphine) and co-occurring psychiatric conditions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in coordination with medical, counseling, and case management staff.
• Provide ongoing patient education regarding psychiatric diagnoses, treatment options, medication management, and recovery supports.
• Monitor treatment progress, medication adherence, and response to therapy, adjusting care as needed.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure integrated, patient-centered care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with federal, state, and facility standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and continuing education relevant to MAT and psychiatric care.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Tennessee Nurse Practitioner license with prescriptive authority.
• Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
• DEA registration
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, addiction medicine, or community mental health preferred.
• Strong knowledge of opioid use disorder, MAT protocols, and psychiatric medication management, preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team collaboration skills.
• Commitment to compassionate, stigma-free care for individuals with substance use disorders.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off, holidays, and CME allowance.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.