About Novaris
Novaris is a mental-health-primary adult Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program
(IOP) opening December 2026 on Mallard Creek Rd. Novaris is commercial/private-pay only, does not store or administer medications on site, and does not provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) or restrictive interventions.
Position Summary
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is the program's primary day-to-day prescriber. Completing psychiatric evaluations, manages medications, and is the on-site medical presence for the treatment team. Practicing under a supervising or collaborating physician in line with NC Medical Board rules, and escalates complex cases to that physician.
Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnosis
• Complete psychiatric evaluations within program timeframes (PHP: 5 business days of admission; IOP: 10
business days).
• Provide DSM-5-TR diagnostic assessment, including co-occurring substance use screening.
• Assess risk, symptom severity, and functional impairment; document medical necessity for admission and
continued stay.
Medication Management
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications within PA scope and the practice agreement.
• Provide informed consent, medication education, and monitoring for efficacy, side effects, and adherence.
• Check NC CSRS (PDMP) and follow Novaris controlled-substance protocols; consult the Medical Director
before starting high-risk regimens.
• Coordinate with outside prescribers and PCPs; set up continuity of prescribing at discharge.
• Refer clients needing MAT to external providers; Novaris does not prescribe or administer MAT or store
medications on site.
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Ongoing Care & Treatment Team
• Conduct medication follow-ups at a frequency set by clinical need and program standards (PHP clients
typically seen weekly).
• Participate in daily huddles and weekly interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Consult with therapists on clinical presentation, risk, and treatment plan updates.
• Support step-down planning (PHP → IOP → outpatient) and transfers to higher levels of care.
Risk & Crisis Response
• Perform structured suicide/violence risk assessments and contribute to safety plans.
• Serve as first-line medical responder on site during program hours; escalate to the Medical Director and
emergency services per protocol.
Collaboration with Supervising/Collaborating Physician
• Maintain the required written supervisory/practice agreement and participate in scheduled quality-improvement
meetings.
• Present new admissions and complex cases to the Medical Director; follow chart co-signature and review
requirements.
Documentation & Compliance
• Complete documentation in Alleva EHR within Novaris timeframes, meeting NC DHHS, payer, HIPAA, and 42
CFR Part 2 requirements.
• Support utilization review by providing clear medical-necessity documentation to intake and the RCM team.
• Maintain NCCPA certification, NC license, DEA registration, and CME; participate in payer credentialing
(BCBSNC first).
Minimum Qualifications
• Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited program; current NCCPA certification (PA-C).
• Active, unrestricted North Carolina PA license and active DEA registration (NC address).
• 3+ years prescribing in psychiatry, including PHP, IOP, or other structured outpatient/acute behavioral health
settings.
• Demonstrated experience with psychiatric evaluations, psychotropic management, and co-occurring
presentations.
• Eligible for credentialing with commercial payers; no exclusions (OIG/SAM).
Preferred Qualifications
• NCCPA Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in Psychiatry.
• Experience in a licensed NC PHP/IOP or mental health/SUD program, including DHSR or Joint Commission
survey exposure.
• Familiarity with commercial payer documentation and authorization requirements.
• Experience in a start-up or small-program environment.
Requirements
• Background check, credential verification, and malpractice coverage per agreement.
• Primarily in-person practice; telehealth as a supplement where permitted.
• Adherence to HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Charlotte at Novaris Behavioral Health
This position is listed as full time and onsite. It was posted 4 days ago.