Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
LifeSpring Recovery Center, in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services (ARS), is preparing to open a new state-of-the-art substance use disorder treatment facility in Andover, Kansas. We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our clinical team and provide high-quality medical care for individuals recovering from substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. This is an exciting opportunity to help build a premier recovery program while working alongside a multidisciplinary team committed to transforming lives through evidence-based, patient-centered care. At LifeSpring Recovery Center, we believe recovery is about more than overcoming addiction—it is about restoring hope, rebuilding purpose, and creating lasting change. Our programs combine medical expertise, evidence-based treatment, trauma-informed care, and recovery support services to help individuals achieve long-term wellness and recovery.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program.
- Current, unrestricted Kansas Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license.
- Current Nurse Practitioner certification.
- DEA registration or eligibility to obtain.
- Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Nice To Haves
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification.
- Two (2) or more years of experience in addiction medicine, behavioral health, psychiatry, primary care, or related settings.
- Experience with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), detoxification services, and co-occurring disorders.
- Familiarity with ASAM criteria and substance use disorder treatment best practices.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations and assessments.
- Diagnose and treat substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions within scope of practice.
- Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the treatment team.
- Provide medication management services, including detoxification protocols and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) when appropriate.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated.
- Work closely with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, case managers, and recovery support professionals.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
- Collaborate with outside providers and referral sources to ensure continuity of care.
- Support discharge planning and aftercare recommendations.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and recovery resources.
- Promote patient engagement and informed decision-making throughout treatment.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, Joint Commission standards, and organizational policies.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical review processes.
- Provide consultation and support to nursing and clinical staff as needed.
- Assist in responding to urgent medical or psychiatric concerns within scope of practice.
Benefits
- Flexible PRN Schedule
- Opportunity for supplemental income with scheduling flexibility.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
