The Blanchard Institute·Winston-Salem, North Carolina
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner assesses and diagnoses patients, prescribes medications, and manages health conditions within a multi-disciplinary team. They also deliver compassionate in-person and telehealth care while collaborating on comprehensive care plans and quality improvement initiatives.
PRN role up to 20 hours per week; occasional weekend coverage.
The Blanchard Institute is a family-centered behavioral health treatment center, specializing in mental health and substance use disorders. We are committed to delivering clinically sophisticated, evidence-based care while integrating the family system into the healing process. With a focus on whole-person wellness, same-day access to care, and long-term recovery outcomes, our work is rooted in compassion, integrity, and measurable impact for the individuals and families we serve.
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner delivers primary and specialty patient care, assessing needs, creating and managing personal care plans, and advocating for patients and partners within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure quality outcomes for our clients.
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner are responsible for assessing and diagnosing patients, prescribing medications, and managing health conditions.
You will have the opportunity to educate clients on how to make healthy lifestyle choices.
This is a high-impact, patient-facing role which involves delivering compassionate and empathetic in-person, telephonic and video-based (telehealth) patient engagement and monitoring.
As part of an interdisciplinary team, The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will collaborate with professionals to provide a comprehensive plan of care, comply with all regulatory and safety standards, and participate in quality improvement and staff education initiatives.
Master’s degree or Doctorate in Nursing Practice from an accredited institution required. At least two years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner Experience in substance use disorders (SUDs) and/or mental health Current state licensure Board Certified PMHNP Controlled Substance / DEA Certification First Aid / CPR Certification CPI Certification
Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence Professional Development Reimbursement Multiple health plan design options Dental and Vision plans Healthcare FSA Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D and STD Voluntary supplemental life insurance Optional Critical Illness, Hospital and Accident coverage Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays Paid Time Off
Plus additional benefits coming Summer 2026!
The Blanchard Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees are hired on the basis of merit and their ability to perform a particular job. It is the policy of The Blanchard Institute to provide equal employment to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or related conditions, citizenship, military or veteran status, or status in any group protected by federal, state or local laws (“Protected Group”).
The Company is committed to a drug-free workplace. All offers of employment are expressly conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background check in accordance with applicable law.
The Blanchard Institute participates in E-Verify.
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or Doctorate in Nursing Practice and possess at least two years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner. Required certifications include PMHNP board certification, DEA certification, First Aid/CPR, and CPI certification.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in North Carolina often show steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices, especially for candidates who can work autonomously and meet licensure and certification requirements. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a graduate nursing degree, 2–4 years of relevant experience, and current NC licensure, DEA, and BLS credentials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your certifications and tailor your application to the setting and scope of practice.
