Outreach Nurse Practitioner (Part-Time)

Detroit Recovery Project•Detroit, MI

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Detroit Recovery Project (DRP) is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) that provides integrated behavioral health and recovery support services for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. Through a whole-person approach to care, we help individuals build sustainable recovery and improved quality of life. Our recovery ecosystem focuses on five key areas: Health & Wellness, Spirituality, Employment, Education & Training, Family & Recovery Support. Detroit Recovery Project is seeking a compassionate and mission-driven Outreach Nurse Practitioner to join our Integrated Health team on a part-time basis. This position plays a critical role in delivering healthcare services directly to individuals experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable populations throughout the community. The Outreach Nurse Practitioner will work alongside outreach staff, peers, and behavioral health professionals to provide medical care, health education, harm reduction services, care coordination, and community-based support through a trauma-informed approach. This position will primarily provide services in community settings, including mobile medical units, encampments, shelters, and other outreach locations throughout the Detroit area.

Requirements

Current Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license required
Current certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) in good standing
Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with substance use disorder, behavioral health, homeless, or underserved populations preferred
Experience providing community-based or outreach services strongly preferred
Understanding of trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles
Familiarity with Detroit-area resources and service providers preferred
Valid Michigan Driver's License and reliable transportation required
Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with Electronic Medical Records/Electronic Health Records preferred
Experience with NextGen EHR preferred

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with substance use disorder, behavioral health, homeless, or underserved populations
Experience providing community-based or outreach services
Familiarity with Detroit-area resources and service providers
Experience with Electronic Medical Records/Electronic Health Records
Experience with NextGen EHR

Responsibilities

Provide primary healthcare services through community-based outreach efforts
Establish trusting relationships with participants while providing support, encouragement, and health education
Conduct health assessments and develop treatment recommendations
Deliver trauma-informed and harm-reduction-focused care
Conduct STI assessment, testing, treatment, and follow-up services
Provide vaccinations, wound care, point-of-care testing, and health education
Assess and counsel individuals regarding substance use disorders and medication-assisted treatment options
Provide birth control and pregnancy options counseling
Train participants on the use of naloxone and dispense naloxone as appropriate
Assist participants in navigating healthcare, behavioral health, housing, and community resources
Coordinate referrals and facilitate connections to care
Advocate for participants and serve as a liaison with community service providers
Document services and encounters within the electronic health record
Respond appropriately to medical emergencies within scope of practice
Participate in mobile outreach activities and community engagement efforts
Assist with loading and unloading outreach and medical supplies as needed
Provide occasional coverage on DRP's mobile medical units
Support integrated care initiatives in collaboration with medical, behavioral health, and peer support teams