Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner (NP) – PRN

Location: LifeSpring Recovery Center – Andover, Kansas
Status: PRN (Flexible work schedule) 10-15 hours per week
Opening: Summer 2026

Join a Team That's Changing Lives

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.

About LifeSpring Recovery Center

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.

What You'll Do

Medical Assessment & Treatment

• 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.

Collaboration & Care Coordination

• 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.

Patient Education

• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and recovery resources.
• Promote patient engagement and informed decision-making throughout treatment.

Compliance & Documentation

• 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.

Medical Leadership Support

• Provide consultation and support to nursing and clinical staff as needed.
• Assist in responding to urgent medical or psychiatric concerns within scope of practice.

Qualifications

Required

• 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.

Preferred

• 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.

Why Join LifeSpring Recovery Center?

Make a Meaningful Impact

Help individuals and families find hope, healing, and long-term recovery.

Ground-Floor Opportunity

Be part of the launch of a new treatment center and help shape its clinical culture and standards.

Collaborative Team Environment

Work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional care.

Flexible PRN Schedule

Opportunity for supplemental income with scheduling flexibility.

Growing Organization

Join a rapidly expanding network of recovery treatment centers committed to clinical excellence and innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LifeSpring Recovery Center and Ascension Recovery Services are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.