Description
The Family Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive primary and integrated healthcare services to individuals enrolled in outpatient behavioral health, supportive housing, and substance use treatment programs. This role is responsible for performing medical evaluations, managing acute and chronic health conditions, prescribing medications (including MAT when indicated), and coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams.
The FNP ensures that all services meet COMAR regulations, OHCQ standards, and Maryland Health–General Article Title 19 requirements while supporting integration of behavioral and somatic health services. The FNP is authorized to bill CPT codes 99202–99205 and 99211–99215 for eligible services rendered.
This position plays a critical role in bridging the gap between primary care, mental health, and substance use treatment, ensuring that clients receive safe, person-centered, and regulatory-compliant services.
SCHEDULED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct face-to-face medical evaluations, wellness visits, and follow-up care for enrolled clients.
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic health conditions; prescribe medications within scope of practice.
- Perform initial and ongoing MAT evaluations, including induction, stabilization, and monitoring, as needed.
- Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and urine drug screens.
- Review, document, and update comprehensive medical histories, including conditions, allergies, communicable diseases, and medications.
- Develop individualized treatment and follow-up plans, including referrals to primary care providers or specialists.
- Educate clients and families on disease prevention, wellness strategies, relapse prevention, and safe medication use.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and staff trainings.
- Document all encounters in the EHR (ICANotes) in compliance with COMAR, Medicaid, and payer standards.
- Support audit readiness, licensing inspections, and quality assurance initiatives.
UNSCHEDULED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Respond to after-hours emergencies when delegated or on-call.
- Act as clinical consultant for complex cases requiring coordination with outside providers.
- Participate in peer reviews, documentation audits, and policy updates.
- Provide staff coaching and consultation on medication protocols, infection control, and resident safety.
- Represent the organization in family meetings, licensing reviews, and community partner engagements.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Medical Director or Operations Leadership.
Requirements
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
- Strong clinical skills in primary care, integrated care, and addiction medicine
- Knowledge of COMAR, OHCQ, CARF, SAMHSA, and DEA regulations
- Proficiency in EHR systems (ICANotes preferred) and CPT coding
- Effective communication, teamwork, and conflict-resolution abilities
- Crisis response and clinical decision-making under pressure
- Commitment to trauma-informed, person-centered care
LEVEL OF EDUCATION / TRAINING / QUALIFICATIONS
- Active Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) licensure as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
- Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Valid DEA registration and CDS (Controlled Dangerous Substances) registration
- Minimum 2–3 years of clinical experience in primary care, behavioral health, or integrated healthcare settings
- Experience with MAT services strongly preferred
- Active CPR/First Aid certification
- Ability to maintain professional liability/malpractice insurance
