Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Part Time

Mass General Brigham

. Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to psychiatric patients .

Posted 10/27/2026part-timeJamaica Plain • Massachusetts • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $135,720 - $173,867 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing direct psychiatric care, conducting comprehensive evaluations, and developing treatment plans for patients with substance use disorders. Proficient in maintaining high-quality documentation and collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

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Master's Degree NursingAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse LicenseCARN-NP CertificationPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner ExperienceBiopsychosocial Evaluations

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Hard Skills

Psychopharmacological EvaluationsMedical Histories AssessmentLaboratory Test InterpretationBedside ProceduresWithdrawal ManagementPharmacotherapy InitiationTreatment PlanningDiagnostic ClarificationQuality Control StandardsDocumentation of Admission and Progress Notes

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCalmness in Emergency SituationsRelationship BuildingTeam CollaborationTeaching and Precepting

Certifications & Qualifications

CARN-NP CertificationAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse License

Industry Keywords

Substance Use DisorderAddiction Consult TeamPsychiatric CarePatient PopulationRegulatory Policies and Procedures

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Key responsibilities & impact

Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to psychiatric patients
Completes biopsychosocial and psychopharmacological evaluations
Performs complete histories and physical examinations
Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and diagnostic tests
Develops plans of care and follow-up based on diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings
Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures
Provides high-quality and timely documentation, including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes, and discharge summaries
Performs bedside procedures appropriate to the patient population
Provides expert clinical care to patients with substance use disorder on the hospital Addiction Consult Team
Provides rapid assessment, diagnostic clarification, withdrawal management, pharmacotherapy initiation, treatment planning, and linkage at discharge to ongoing addiction treatment
Works within a team of physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, resource specialists, and recovery coaches
May precept a small group of learners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's Degree Nursing required
Massachusetts Licenses and Credentials Advanced Practice Registered Nurse required
2 yrs NP required
Experience as a psychiatric nurse practitioner preferred
Candidates must have their CARN-NP or be willing to obtain it in the first 18 months of employment
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings
Ability to maintain quality control standards
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public

Benefits

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Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
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Bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities