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Ascension Recovery Services

Behavioral health consulting for addiction recovery

Family Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine / Behavioral Health

Advanced Practice ProvidersConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeMorgantown, WV, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A master's or doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program is required.
  • A current, unrestricted West Virginia APRN license or eligibility to obtain licensure before employment is required.
  • National board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C or FNP-BC) is required.
  • Active DEA registration or ability to obtain registration as required for the position is required.
  • Current BLS certification is required.
  • Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and medication management skills are required.
  • Ability to work independently within the applicable scope of practice while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team is required.
  • Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered, trauma-informed care is required.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive medical assessments, histories, and physical examinations for patients entering treatment.
  • Evaluate and manage acute and chronic medical conditions within the applicable scope of practice.
  • Assess and manage patients experiencing alcohol, opioid, and other substance withdrawal using established clinical protocols.
  • Develop and implement individualized medical treatment plans in collaboration with the Medical Director and interdisciplinary team.
  • Prescribe, manage, and monitor medications, including medications for addiction treatment, as clinically appropriate and legally authorized.
  • Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory testing and diagnostic studies.
  • Monitor patient progress, medication effectiveness, potential interactions, and adverse reactions.
  • Collaborate with nursing, clinical, and behavioral health teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
  • Identify medical emergencies or changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions or referrals.
  • Provide patient education related to medications, health conditions, wellness, and recovery.
  • Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
  • Participate in treatment planning, clinical consultations, quality improvement, and other medical team activities.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, professional standards, and organizational policies.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in addiction medicine, behavioral health, primary care, emergency medicine, or inpatient treatment settings.
  • Familiarity with alcohol and opioid withdrawal management.
  • Experience prescribing or managing medications for opioid use disorder, including buprenorphine.
  • Knowledge of co-occurring mental health conditions and integrated treatment approaches.
  • Experience working in residential treatment or medically monitored withdrawal management settings.

About the Company

Ascension Recovery Services

Behavioral health consulting for addiction recovery

Ascension Recovery Services provides consulting and program development for substance use disorder treatment, offering ongoing support to ensure sustainable, high-quality care. Its services help healthcare providers, treatment centers, and individuals by delivering end-to-end solutions that span the whole recovery process—from initial intervention to relapse prevention. The company works by implementing and supporting comprehensive programs and sustainable business models, ensuring care is financially viable while maintaining quality. What sets Ascension Recovery Services apart is its integrative, end-to-end approach across the entire continuum of care, helping clients streamline the recovery journey and maintain continuity of services. The overarching goal is to enable effective addiction recovery by building durable, scalable programs and improving outcomes for patients and providers alike.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Morgantown, WV
Founded
2013

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