Nurse Practitioner

Exciting Opportunity with Banyan Treatment Centers!

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP or FNP) to join our medical team in Waelder, TX. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in both addiction recovery and mental health care while demonstrating empathy, leadership, and a passion for providing exceptional patient care.

About Banyan Treatment Centers:

Banyan Treatment Centers is a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care, offering a comprehensive continuum of services with the esteemed Joint Commission Accreditation (Gold Seal of Approval). Since our founding, we have grown into a trusted provider with 18 locations and Telehealth services nationwide. In 2023, TPG’s global impact investment through The Rise Fund enabled us to further expand our services, reinforcing our commitment to high-quality care and financial stability.

With over 1,600 dedicated employees, we are committed to making a meaningful impact on people’s lives through compassionate, quality care that extends from our internal operations to every patient interaction.

Why Join Banyan Treatment Centers?

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an organization that is a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care. As a Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP or FNP), you will:

• Make a Lasting Impact: Use your expertise to provide direct care, supporting patient recovery and improving overall well-being through comprehensive assessments and treatment plans.
• Collaborate in a Supportive Environment: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care, ensuring that each patient receives holistic treatment tailored to their needs.
• Champion Ethical Care: Contribute to a culture of integrity, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and delivering compassionate, high-quality care to every patient.
• Advance Professionally: Access continuous learning, mentorship, and career growth opportunities in a supportive, collaborative setting, fostering both professional and personal development.

Position Details:

• Reports to: Medical Director
• Schedule: Full-time, flexible schedule.
• Location: Waelder, TX

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients, including history, physical exams, and psychiatric evaluations.
• Collaborate with medical staff to ensure integrated care that addresses both medical and psychiatric needs.
• Document patient progress and make adjustments to treatment plans based on established policies and guidelines.
• Provide primary care services and medical treatment, addressing both general health and addiction-related needs.
• Supervise and instruct patients in self-administered medications, including injections, while offering health education.
• Review lab results and provide treatment or make necessary referrals to specialists.
• Manage therapies (pharmacotherapy and other treatments) per protocols approved by the Medical Director.
• Diagnose and treat behavioral problems, offering recommendations for further care and intervention.
• Order consultations with other medical specialists when needed.
• Report findings from case reviews and consultations to the Medical Director.
• Oversee infection control procedures, ensuring adherence to proper protocols and safety standards.
• Evaluate patient care daily, review nursing documentation, and communicate with families regarding care progress.
• Provide information to Utilization Review for determining appropriate levels of care.
• Report infection control incidents to the Performance Team and Risk Management.

Required Qualifications:

• Active license to practice as an ARNP in Texas.
• Master's degree in Nursing with clinical training in a healthcare specialty area (from an accredited nursing school).
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMHNP

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Mental & Behavioral Healthcare Expertise: Strong understanding of mental health disorders, trauma-informed care, and addiction recovery principles.

• Patient-Centered Care: Empathetic, patient-focused approach with exceptional listening skills to understand and address patient needs.

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration & Communication: Proven ability to work effectively in teams and communicate across all levels of the organization.

• Attention to Detail & Diagnostic Skills: Strong observational abilities to assess patient conditions and needs accurately.

• Ethical & Legal Knowledge: Adherence to healthcare ethics and a thorough understanding of state and federal regulations, particularly regarding patient confidentiality.

Apply Now!

Ready to make a lasting difference? Bring your expertise to a mission-driven team and help transform lives at Banyan Treatment Centers. Apply today to join our dedicated, purpose-driven organization.

Banyan Treatment Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status. We actively encourage veterans and active-duty military to apply, especially in support of our Military-Veterans in Recovery (MVIR) Program.