What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) position at Adult & Teen Challenge AR?
Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)
About Adult & Teen Challenge of Arkansas
Adult & Teen Challenge of Arkansas is a faith-based organization dedicated to helping men and women overcome addition through Christ-centered programs. Our mission is to provide hope, healing, and transformation for individuals seeking freedom from substance abuse.
Job Summary
The 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.
Qualifications:
- 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).
- Licensure 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.
Competencies:
- 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.
Responsibilities:
- 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.
