Family Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) plays a critical role in delivering comprehensive healthcare services to individuals and families across the lifespan, with a specialized focus on addiction and behavioral health. This position is designed to provide expert assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients experiencing substance use disorders and related behavioral health challenges. The FNP will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans that promote recovery and overall wellness. Patient education and advocacy are central to this role, empowering patients and their families with knowledge and resources to support sustained health improvements. Ultimately, the FNP will contribute to improving community health outcomes by addressing complex health needs with compassion and clinical expertise.
Requirements
- Current and valid Nurse Practitioner certification and licensure in Tennessee.
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Strong patient education and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated knowledge and clinical experience in addiction, behavioral health, and substance abuse treatment.
- Certification in Addiction Nursing or Behavioral Health Nursing.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary teams within addiction treatment or behavioral health settings.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and telehealth platforms.
- Advanced training in motivational interviewing or cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Bilingual abilities or experience serving diverse populations.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments including physical exams, health histories, and behavioral health evaluations.
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions related to addiction and behavioral health.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and healthcare teams.
- Provide patient education on substance abuse prevention, treatment options, medication adherence, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Coordinate care with mental health professionals, social workers, and community resources to ensure comprehensive support.
- Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records to track progress and inform ongoing care decisions.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and stay current with best practices in addiction and behavioral health care.
Benefits
- Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.
- Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
- Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.
- Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.
- Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists.
- Retirement Benefits – 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.
- Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance.
- Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
