Join a team that’s changing lives.

At LifeSpring Recovery of Andover, in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services, we are building something different—programs that deliver exceptional, person-centered care and restore hope for individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use and mental health disorders.

Our work is grounded in trauma-informed care, compassion, and clinical excellence. Every team member plays a meaningful role in a client’s recovery journey—and in shaping the culture of a growing organization.

If you’re looking for meaningful work, flexibility, and true work-life balance—we’d love to connect.

Position Profile

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Location: Andover, KS
Position Type: Part-Time (with opportunity to transition to Full-Time) - Flexible - Work Life Balance
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Medical Director / Executive Director

General Description

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides essential clinical care and medical support within a residential and/or detox behavioral health setting. This role focuses on assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring medical or psychiatric conditions.

This position will begin as part-time with the opportunity to grow into a full-time role as the program expands. We are flexible and open to designing a schedule that supports both operational needs and your work-life balance.

Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesClinical Assessment & Treatment

• Conduct comprehensive medical and psychiatric assessments
• Diagnose and treat patients under established protocols and collaborative practice agreement
• Prescribe medications, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), in accordance with federal and Kansas regulations
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms and adjust treatment plans accordingly
• Evaluate patient response to interventions and modify care as needed

Care Coordination & Collaboration

• Collaborate with nursing, clinical, and recovery support teams to ensure continuity of care
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and case reviews
• Communicate effectively with supervising physician and leadership team
• Respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies using approved protocols

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete accurate and timely documentation in the EMR
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, Kansas state regulations, and Joint Commission standards
• Support audits, quality improvement initiatives, and survey readiness efforts

Patient Education & Engagement

• Educate patients on diagnoses, medications, withdrawal, and recovery expectations
• Utilize trauma-informed, person-centered approaches to build engagement and trust

Professional Practice

• Maintain active licensure, prescriptive authority, and required certifications
• Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development
• Participate in on-call coverage as needed to support 24/7 operations
• Perform additional duties as assigned

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program
• Active, unencumbered Nurse Practitioner license in Kansas with prescriptive authority
• Ability to practice under a collaborative agreement with a supervising physician
• DEA registration or eligibility
• Eligible to prescribe and manage Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
• Current BLS/CPR certification (hands-on skills validation preferred) or ability to obtain within 30 days

Preferred Qualifications

• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification
• 2+ years of experience in substance use disorder, detox, or behavioral health settings
• Experience with withdrawal management and addiction pharmacotherapy
• Familiarity with ASAM criteria and levels of care

Compensation Statement

The base compensation range for this position is $65-$75/hour. This range reflects Ascension Recovery Services’ good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity. Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Employee Benefits

We offer a well-rounded benefits package designed to support you at work and at home, including:

• Health Insurance (ICHRA model with reimbursement options)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) + Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible scheduling with opportunity to grow into full-time
• Modern, supportive, trauma-informed work environment

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodations

The organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. The organization provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, please notify your supervisor or HR. Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to ensure equal employment opportunities.

ARS also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.

Schedule is flexible.
Position may start 2-3 days per week. Hours are flexible.
Onsite and Remote - Flexible