If you are a nurse struggling with substance use, you can get confidential, evidence-based treatment that protects both your health and your license. 7 Summit Pathways offers a discreet program built for nurses in Tampa, with a full continuum of care and coordination with Florida’s monitoring programs.
Your privacy and your path back to practice come first. Verify your benefits or call (813) 212-7149 to speak with our team about confidential intake.
Key Takeaways
- Confidential care for nurses: RNs, LPNs and LVNs, and APRNs facing substance use, diversion concerns, or co-occurring mental health conditions.
- A full continuum: medically supervised detox, residential, PHP, IOP, and aftercare, so you can step down without switching providers.
- License-aware support: with your consent, we coordinate with the Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN) and the Professionals Resource Network (PRN).
- Insurance made simple: 7 Summit Pathways accepts most insurance plans; verify your benefits to confirm coverage before you start.
Who This Program Is For
7 Summit Pathways provides occupation-sensitive care for licensed nurses dealing with substance use, concerns about diversion (the misdirection of controlled medications), or co-occurring mental health conditions. The goal is discreet, clinically grounded treatment that supports a safe return to work.
- Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurses (LPNs and LVNs)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), including nurse practitioners and CRNAs
- Nurses with access to controlled substances or concerns about diversion
- Shift workers managing alcohol or stimulant use
- Nurses coping with workplace trauma, burnout, or prescription medication misuse
Common scenarios nurses bring to us include anesthesia or operating-room diversion leading to opioid dependence, stimulant use to manage long shifts, opioid dependence after workplace exposure or a prescription, and alcohol use tied to night shifts or self-medicating trauma.
Some boards and employers call this kind of structured, monitored treatment an impaired nurse program. At 7 Summit Pathways, we simply call it confidential, profession-focused care.
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Your Continuum of Care
Most nurses move through a clear sequence of care so they can stabilize, rebuild recovery skills, and return to practice with support in place. Lengths of stay vary by clinical need and are set with your care team.
| Level | Setting | Intensity | Typical length | When it fits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medically supervised detox | Supervised medical setting | Very high | Days to about 2 weeks | Safe withdrawal management with medical oversight |
| Residential | Live-in facility | High | 2 to 8 weeks | Structure and safety in early recovery |
| PHP (Partial Hospitalization) | Day program | Moderate to high | 2 to 6 weeks | Intensive therapy without an overnight stay |
| IOP (Intensive Outpatient) | Day or evening sessions | Moderate | 4 to 12 weeks | A shift-friendly step toward daily life |
| Aftercare | Outpatient | Low | Ongoing | Long-term relapse prevention and support |
Detox provides medically supervised withdrawal management, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) can be used to ease symptoms and cravings when appropriate. Residential care adds daily structure, therapy, and a safe environment during early recovery.
PHP delivers full-day therapy with medical check-ins while you live at home. IOP offers fewer hours, often in the evening, so many nurses can keep some work continuity when it is clinically safe to do so. Aftercare blends ongoing therapy, peer support, and relapse-prevention planning focused on the realities of nursing work.
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Dual Diagnosis and Mental Health Support
Nursing exposes you to repeated trauma, unpredictable shifts, and moral injury, all of which can raise the risk of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and burnout alongside substance use. Treating addiction alone can leave those drivers unaddressed, so we build integrated plans that treat both at once.
Our dual diagnosis care combines evidence-based therapy with the seven dimensions of wellness to help you stabilize symptoms, lower relapse risk, and work toward a supported return to practice. Psychiatry and medication management are available when clinically indicated.
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Therapies and Approaches
Your plan is individualized and can draw on clinical and whole-person approaches, chosen with your care team.
- Individual psychotherapy focused on ethics, boundaries, and rebuilding clinical judgment
- Group therapy with peers who understand high-stress clinical work
- Family therapy to repair relationships and support reintegration
- Trauma-focused therapy for experiences that can underlie self-medication
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors
- Medication-assisted treatment (MAT), such as buprenorphine, naltrexone, or acamprosate, under medical supervision when appropriate
- Holistic and experiential therapies, including equine and meditative therapy, rooted in the seven dimensions of wellness
- Relapse-prevention planning for workplace triggers and any monitoring requirements
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What to Expect, From First Call to First Week
- Confidential call and benefits verification. You speak with our team, we verify your insurance, and we complete a brief, confidential triage to identify the right level of care. Same-day or next-day admission is often possible when clinically appropriate.
- Clinical intake and medical assessment. Intake includes a detailed interview, a medical review, and appropriate testing to determine the safest starting point. Your information is handled as protected health information.
- Individualized treatment and return-to-practice plan. We design a plan that addresses your clinical needs and your professional obligations, and we request monitoring records only with your consent.
- Program start and orientation. On day one you meet your care team and receive a clear schedule, privacy practices, and any medication planning.
- First-week clinical review and monitoring plan. We adjust the plan as needed, finalize your safety and monitoring plan, and discuss return-to-work timing with your permission.
Coordinating With Monitoring Programs
With your consent, we coordinate with the monitoring and peer-assistance programs many nurses work with, including the Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN) and the Professionals Resource Network (PRN). We document your progress and help plan a staged return to clinical duties.
We share information only with your written consent or as required by law, so you stay in control of most communications. Our aim is to align your clinical care with your licensing expectations while protecting your privacy.
Insurance and Payment
7 Summit Pathways accepts most insurance plans, and our team verifies your benefits before you start. Coverage varies by plan, so a benefits check confirms your copays, deductibles, and any prior-authorization or length-of-stay requirements.
- Free benefits verification for nurse-specific care
- Dedicated verification pages for Cigna, Optum, and UnitedHealthcare
- Self-pay and financing options available
| Step | Who handles it | Typical timeframe |
|---|---|---|
| Verification of benefits (VOB) | Admissions | 48 to 72 hours (typical) |
| Prior authorization | Admissions and clinician | 5 to 14 days (typical) |
| Placement scheduling | Admissions | Same day to 3 days, when clinically appropriate |
Timeframes are typical estimates and vary by insurer and plan.
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Start Treatment at 7 Summit Pathways
You can begin confidential, nurse-focused care quickly while protecting your privacy and professional standing. Verify your benefits, then speak with our team about a plan that fits your life and your license.
If you are in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).
Our Tampa Location
7 Summit Pathways Treatment & Recovery Center
1910 Orient Road, Tampa, FL 33619
Call: (813) 212-7149 | Hours: Monday through Sunday, 24/7
Established in 2015, we combine evidence-based clinical care with whole-person healing guided by the seven dimensions of wellness. We serve nurses and other healthcare professionals across the Tampa Bay region.
- South Tampa
- Hillsborough County
- Greater Tampa Bay area
- St. Petersburg
- Clearwater
Our campus sits in east Tampa near the I-4 and I-75 interchange, convenient to communities across Tampa Bay. Ask our team about options for nurses elsewhere in Florida who need a confidential assessment.
Why Choose 7 Summit Pathways for Nurses
Confidential, nurse-specific admissions
Your privacy and professional reputation are protected from the first call, with discreet handling of medical and monitoring records.
Coordination with IPN and PRN
We work with the monitoring programs nurses commonly navigate and align your care with their requirements, with your consent.
A full continuum under one provider
From detox through aftercare, you can step down through levels of care without switching providers.
Experienced clinical leadership
Our medical director, Dr. Lawrence S. Wilson, MD, MRO, ABAM, FASAM, has more than 20 years in addiction medicine, has completed over 1,000 evaluations for professionals in monitoring programs, and leads profession-specific groups each week. Care is delivered by licensed clinicians.
Whole-person healing
We use the seven dimensions of wellness to rebuild balance across mind, body, and community, with experiential options that complement clinical care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will seeking treatment put my nursing license at risk?
Seeking treatment does not automatically mean you will lose your license. Many nurses who get care voluntarily keep their license while meeting monitoring or return-to-work conditions. We can help you understand likely board expectations and document your care.
Can you coordinate with IPN or other monitoring programs?
Yes. With your permission, we coordinate treatment plans, progress reports, and documentation for the Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN), the Professionals Resource Network (PRN), and similar programs.
What should I expect at admissions, and will my employer be told?
Intake focuses on medical stability, history, and a personalized plan, and your records are kept confidential. We share information with employers or licensing boards only with your consent or when required by law.
Will my insurance cover rehab for nurses?
Many plans cover evidence-based addiction treatment when it is medically necessary, but coverage varies by insurer and policy. We recommend verifying your benefits before admission so you have clear next steps.
Can I keep working while in treatment?
Many nurses attend evening IOP sessions that fit their schedules. Work continuity depends on your level of care and clinical guidance, and we design plans with safe return-to-work timing in mind.
If I am on MAT, will it affect my license?
Medication-assisted treatment is an evidence-based approach and does not automatically disqualify you from practice. Licensing bodies may require documentation or conditions, and we can provide clinical notes and coordinate with your program as needed.
How long before I can return to work after treatment?
Return timelines vary with your level of care and any board or employer requirements. We review expected timelines during intake so you and your employer know what to expect.