Nurse Practitioner

Ascension Recovery Services; Laconia (NH); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Paugus Bay Behavioral Health seeks a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to support outpatient and intensive outpatient programming. The role offers hybrid work with two 5-hour shifts per week, Monday through Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, no weekends or on-call.

Minimum qualifications include an NH NP license, DEA license, and a Master’s in Nursing. MAT and behavioral health experience are preferred. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to recovery and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing required.
• Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in New Hampshire.
• DEA license required prior to hire.
• Experience with MAT preferred.
• Experience with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and medication management services for IOP, outpatient, and future PHP clients.
• Review and sign laboratory orders, including urine drug screening orders.
• Provide ongoing medication management and follow-up care for behavioral health and substance use disorder clients.
• Schedule and manage your own patient follow-up appointments to support continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate patient care with therapists, nursing staff, primary care providers, and other members of the treatment team.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations and clinical collaboration meetings as needed.
• Educate clients on medications, treatment planning, and recovery support using a compassionate, strengths-based approach.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based clinical practices.

Skills

Psychotropic meds knowledge

Independent worker

Strong communication

CPR certification

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner license in New Hampshire

DEA license

Job description

Nurse Practitioner – Paugus Bay Behavioral Health

Make a Difference in Recovery!

Hybrid 2 days on site.

Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their journey to recovery from substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions? Paugus Bay Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate and dependable Full-Time Nurse Practitioner to support our growing outpatient and intensive outpatient programming.

This role is ideal for a provider looking for a flexible but consistent schedule while making a meaningful impact in behavioral health and addiction treatment.

About Us

Paugus Bay Behavioral Health is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals struggling with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our mission is to break down barriers to recovery, empower individuals, and create a supportive healing environment.

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-Driven Work – Every decision you make has a direct impact on lives, offering hope and healing.
• Flexible Schedule – We offer flexibility while maintaining a consistent weekly schedule for continuity of care.
• Collaborative Environment – Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference.
• Competitive Compensation – Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Professional Growth – Be part of an organization that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Position Overview

We are seeking a provider who can commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week, ideally across two consistent 5-hour shifts per week. This consistency allows our team to appropriately schedule intakes, psychiatric evaluations, and follow-up care for clients.

The schedule may be any weekday Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

This position does not include weekends or on-call responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and medication management services for IOP, outpatient, and future PHP clients.
• Review and sign laboratory orders, including urine drug screening orders.
• Provide ongoing medication management and follow-up care for behavioral health and substance use disorder clients.
• Schedule and manage your own patient follow-up appointments to support continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate patient care with therapists, nursing staff, primary care providers, and other members of the treatment team.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations and clinical collaboration meetings as needed.
• Educate clients on medications, treatment planning, and recovery support using a compassionate, strengths-based approach.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based clinical practices.

Who You Are

A compassionate and dedicated provider with a strong commitment to behavioral health and addiction treatment who values flexibility, autonomy, and collaborative care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing required.
• Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in New Hampshire.
• DEA license required prior to hire.
• Experience working with adolescents ages 13 and older preferred.
• Experience with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) preferred.
• Experience working with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions preferred.
• Strong knowledge of psychotropic medications and behavioral health treatment interventions.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication and collaboration with the treatment team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of experience in behavioral health, psychiatry, or substance use disorder treatment settings.
• Experience in outpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), or partial hospitalization (PHP) environments.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented models of care.

Work Environment

• Hybrid flexibility may be considered based on operational needs and candidate experience.
• Services are provided Monday through Friday during standard business hours.
• No weekend coverage or on-call responsibilities required.

Join Us in Making an Impact

At Paugus Bay Behavioral Health, we believe in helping individuals reclaim their lives through compassionate, high-quality care. If you’re a dedicated Nurse Practitioner looking for a meaningful part-time opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

Paugus Bay Behavioral Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law.

The organization provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, please notify Human Resources or the hiring manager. Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.