Nurse Practitioner

American Addiction Centers is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join a multidisciplinary medical team providing clinical care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. As a Nurse Practitioner, you will deliver high-quality, direct clinical care in a progressive organization that values work-life balance, invests in education, and fosters trust and respect.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations, histories and physicals, detoxification management, and medication-assisted treatment according to established protocols
• Complete histories and physicals within 24 hours of admission, provider change, or monthly as required for medical patients
• Complete psychiatric evaluations within 48 hours of admission, provider change, or monthly as required for psychiatry patients
• Order appropriate laboratory tests and clinical testing
• Prescribe medications and treatments
• Participate in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans
• Consult with other physicians and clinicians regarding patient-specific needs and refer to specialists as necessary
• Document all patient encounters and diagnostic test results accurately and timely in the Electronic Medical Record system
• Participate as an active member of the clinical team
• Attend monthly medical staff meetings with clinical staff and utilization review personnel
• Participate on clinical and medical committees as assigned
• Provide education and quality review as needed
• Establish positive, professional relationships with the local medical community and within the organization

Required Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license (FNP or AGNP)
• Current, unrestricted DEA certification
• Current BLS certification
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong bedside manner and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to interact professionally with individuals from diverse socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds
• Computer literacy and proficiency with Electronic Medical Record systems
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload to provide high-quality care and meet deadlines
• Ability to meet and maintain facility credentialing and privileging requirements
• Consistent demonstration of positive customer service
• Adherence to the highest ethical and moral standards
• Compliance with all applicable laws including HIPAA and Title 42 CFR
• Willingness to work evening hours and weekends as necessary
• Adherence to all organizational policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• PMHNP (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) certification
• ACLS certification

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged sitting at a desk
• Ability to lift 15 pounds at a time

Travel Requirements

• If assigned to more than one facility, travel between facilities may be required

Benefits

• Company matching 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance