Lead Nurse Practitioner (APRN or PMHNP)

Job description

**Job Title: Lead Nurse Practitioner (APRN or PMHNP)** **Licensure: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner** **Reports To: Corporate Director of Medical Services** **Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm CST (No medical call required)** **Location: Omaha, NE** **Facility: Northpoint Nebraska (Adult inpatient)** **Compensation: $150,000-180,000/year** **Northpoint Recovery Holdings, LLC** began 2009 as Ashwood Outpatient and officially launched the Northpoint platform in 2015. Now celebrating 10 years of growth in 2025, Northpoint is a leading behavioral healthcare provider offering evidence-based treatment for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders through the **Northpoint Recovery** brand, and mental health treatment for adolescents through **Imagine by Northpoint**. Operating under an in-network, commercial insurance model, Northpoint has grown exclusively through de novo expansion—from two facilities to seventeen across the Western U.S.—with more planned in both existing and new markets. We’re guided by core values of **humility, heart, inspiration, and conviction**. Our mission is simple: **saving lives and restoring relationships** by helping people get their lives back, and treating every individual with empathy and respect. **POSITION SUMMARY:** As a key member of the Northpoint team, the Lead Nurse Practitioner (APRN or PMHNP) will provide consultation and medical and administrative direction to subordinate medical and support staff in various treatment settings (inpatient and outpatient). This person will provide direct patient care including diagnostic assessment, preventative and educational services, and medication evaluation and management to the patient population, in accordance with best care practices, industry standards, organizational guidelines, and state and federal laws. This position will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide the best possible care. This position requires extensive internal and external communication with all levels of staff, leadership, physicians, vendors, and other professional colleagues. **ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES INCLUDE:** - Supports the medical and psychiatric providers in market with questions and escalations - Monitors and approves documentation for providers in market - Implement protocols and standardized procedures as necessary - Provide advanced provider services consistent with the ethical guidelines of the profession and the policies and procedures of Northpoint - Medication evaluation and initiation and short-term management of prescribed medications - Order and interpret lab tests for patients prior to and/or during prescription management - Consultation to physicians and providers regarding any ongoing medical care, maintenance and disease prevention - Case management, engage in education process - Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to multidisciplinary team as necessary - Document information regarding patient care and behavior as required in policies and procedures - Participate in patient treatment planning and implementation under the direction of the Medical Director - Utilize de-escalation skills when exposed to volatile patients to maintain personal safety for the patient and other individuals in our care - Consult with the multidisciplinary treatment team in the development of treatment plans and discharge planning to strive for excellent patient care - Comply with all laws, regulations, and scope of licensure - Monitor patients on an ongoing basis to continually assess needs and facilitate medical treatment and interventions - Document medical assessment, diagnosis, progress notes, roundings, and other treatment planning items in a timely manner to assure comprehensive and quality patient care - Maintain professional boundaries with patients at all times - Oversee and participate in the quality assurance and compliance activities of the facility - Provide medical updates to utilization review and representatives of managed care to best coordinate reimbursement of treatment services - Adhere to all company policies and procedures - Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies and procedures and standards of care - Other medically appropriate services and special projects as assigned **QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION:** - Master’s Degree with specialty from an accredited program - Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an Advanced Practice Provider in the state where services are rendered, with prescriptive privileges at hire and for the entire duration of employment required - Acceptable Licensure: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/APRN/FNP OR Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/PMHNP - 1+ year of leadership experience preferred - 2+ years of Provider experience required; 1+ year inpatient residential experience preferred - Valid DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate - Valid National Provider Identification (NPI) number - Current and nationally accredited CPR/First Aid/AED certification - Knowledge of computer and electronic medical records systems (KIPU preferred) - Enthusiasm, passion for working with people, and an internal drive to improve the lives of individuals in our care - Must maintain applicable state licensure requirements throughout duration of employment - Ability to work with a diverse population along with interpersonal skills and knowledge required for treating patients - Demonstrated ability to hold strong personal boundaries and ability to build rapport with patients - Must understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the respective licensure governing board **PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:** - Excellent organizational abilities - Excellent written and oral communication skills - Attention to detail and accuracy - Patient service oriented (both internal and external) - Creative and persistent problem solver - Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner - Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of organization - Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information - Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment - Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite **SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:** - Direct supervisor for mid-level providers in Nebraska **FULL-TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE:** - Subsidized Health Insurance Coverage for Employee, Spouse, & Dependent(s) - 100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance equal to 1x annual salary, up to $100,000 - 100% Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program - Voluntary Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance. - Pre-tax Savings Accounts for all IRS-allowable medical and dependent care expenses - Generous Paid Time Off plan - Employee Referral Bonuses - 401K Retirement Plan & Employer Match This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is meant to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions about jobs. Employees with potential access to protected health information must comply with all procedures and guidelines governed by HIPAA. Northpoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northpoint is an At-Will employer. Employment may be terminated at any time by employee, or employer with or without notice. Compensation: $150,000—$180,000 USD