Advanced Practice Nurse; APN

Overview

Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) provides comprehensive healthcare services to individuals recovering from substance use disorders. The APN collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based treatments, psychiatric care, and holistic recovery support. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, harm reduction, and relapse prevention while promoting long-term wellness.

Adult & Teen Challenge of Arkansas is a faith-based organization dedicated to helping men and women overcome addiction through Christ-centered programs. Our mission is to provide hope, healing, and transformation for individuals seeking freedom from substance abuse.

• Passion for faith-based addiction recovery and alignment with the mission of Adult & Teen Challenge.
• Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing (MSN/DNP) with board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP).
• L icensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the practicing state.
• Certification in Addiction Nursing (CARN-AP) preferred.
• DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.
• Experience in addiction medicine, mental health, or primary care preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Willingness to work evening or weekend shifts to accommodate patient needs.
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile.
• Must be able to pass drug and nicotine test.

• Work effectively with culturally diverse population and be sensitive to the needs of each population.
• Communicate compassionately and effectively with clients, health care professionals, and the general public.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and treating substance use disorders (SUDs) and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Understanding of addiction as a chronic disease and ability to apply trauma-informed care principles.
• Competency in motivational interviewing and other behavioral interventions to support recovery.
• Expertise in prescribing, titrating, and monitoring medications used in addiction treatment.
• Knowledge of potential drug interactions, contraindications, and side effects.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing addiction treatment, including HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and DEA guidelines.
• Effective documentation skills.
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Physically able to walk, stand, and stoop for several hours each day.
• Employee travels by automobile and is exposed to changing weather conditions.

• Conduct comprehensive physical and mental health assessments.
• Evaluate withdrawal symptoms and determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Monitor patients for medication effectiveness and potential side effects.
• Adjust treatment plans based on patient progress and response.
• Provide brief counseling and psychoeducation on addiction, relapse prevention, and coping strategies.
• Collaborate with therapists, counselors, and social workers to integrate behavioral health interventions.
• Ensure adherence to federal and state regulations regarding controlled substances and addiction treatment.
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records (EHR).
• Other duties as assigned.

Hours:

Schedule may vary on a weekly basis according to the needs of the company