Ascension Recovery Services·Columbus, Indiana
The Nurse Practitioner will provide medical and behavioral healthcare services, including evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment planning within an inpatient substance use disorder setting. They will oversee detoxification protocols, manage medication-assisted treatment, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
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Indiana Treatment Centers, in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services, is seeking a compassionate and clinically skilled Nurse Practitioner to join our interdisciplinary treatment team in Columbus, Indiana.
This position provides medical and behavioral healthcare services within an inpatient substance use disorder treatment setting. The Nurse Practitioner will play an essential role in supporting patients through withdrawal management, stabilization, medication-assisted treatment, and ongoing recovery-focused care. The ideal candidate is confident working independently, comfortable responding to changing clinical needs, and committed to treating individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders with dignity, compassion, and respect.
What You’ll Do Conduct comprehensive medical and behavioral health evaluations, including histories, physical examinations, and risk assessments.
Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions within the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice.
Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the patient and interdisciplinary treatment team.
Prescribe, administer, and manage medications in accordance with Indiana law, facility protocols, and established clinical guidelines.
Oversee detoxification and withdrawal-management protocols, including monitoring patient response and adjusting treatment when clinically indicated.
Evaluate patients for medication-assisted treatment and manage applicable medications and recovery-support protocols.
Assess and manage co-occurring psychiatric symptoms within the provider’s education, certification, and scope of practice.
Order, review, and interpret laboratory studies, diagnostic testing, and other clinical information.
Complete admission evaluations, follow-up assessments, discharge-related medical documentation, and other required patient encounters.
Respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies and coordinate higher levels of care when necessary.
Provide clinical guidance and support to nursing staff regarding patient care, medication administration, and changes in condition.
Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, case managers, behavioral health technicians, and facility leadership.
Educate patients and families regarding medications, withdrawal symptoms, treatment options, health conditions, and recovery pathways.
Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation in the electronic health record.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment-team meetings, utilization reviews, compliance activities, and quality-improvement initiatives.
Follow all applicable federal and state regulations, confidentiality requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
Participate in a shared on-call rotation and provide clinical consultation when needed.
Required Qualifications Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited program; Doctor of Nursing Practice preferred.
Current, unrestricted Indiana Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner licensure.
Current national board certification applicable to the provider’s area of practice.
Prescriptive authority in Indiana and eligibility to obtain and maintain a DEA registration.
Ability to prescribe controlled substances within the provider’s legal scope of practice and organizational privileges.
Current CPR or Basic Life Support certification, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of employment.
Ability to successfully complete all required background checks, exclusion screenings, health screenings, and credentialing requirements.
Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, or other appropriately qualified advanced practice provider. At least two years of experience in addiction medicine, behavioral health, psychiatric care, withdrawal management, emergency medicine, or primary care. Experience working in an inpatient, residential, detoxification, or substance use disorder treatment setting. Knowledge of psychotropic medications, withdrawal-management protocols, medication-assisted treatment, and co-occurring disorders. Experience using electronic health record systems and working as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Buprenorphine prescribing experience and familiarity with evidence-based treatment for opioid and alcohol use disorders.
Work Environment This position operates within an inpatient substance use disorder treatment facility. The Nurse Practitioner will regularly interact with patients who may be experiencing withdrawal symptoms, acute medical concerns, psychiatric symptoms, emotional distress, or behavioral escalation.
The role may require standing, walking, bending, and assisting with patient-care activities. The Nurse Practitioner must be able to respond promptly to urgent clinical situations and communicate effectively with patients, families, employees, emergency personnel, pharmacies, laboratories, and outside healthcare providers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Competitive compensation.
Full-time and flexible PRN opportunities.
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits for eligible employees.
Meaningful work supporting individuals and families affected by substance use disorders.
Opportunity to influence medical operations and treatment practices within a growing facility.
Collaborative, mission-driven interdisciplinary team.
Professional growth opportunities as our treatment network continues to expand.
The opportunity to help patients build healthier, more stable, and recovery-focused lives.
Equal Opportunity Employer Indiana Treatment Centers, in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Candidates must hold a Master of Science in Nursing and a current, unrestricted Indiana Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license. At least two years of experience in addiction medicine, behavioral health, or a related clinical setting is preferred.
Market context
Indiana employers continue to seek nurse practitioners for primary care, urgent care, and specialty settings, with schedules that often include weekends, evenings, and holidays. This role is competitive because it requires an active Indiana Family Nurse Practitioner license and Basic Life Support certification, while flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefits package can make offers stand out. Before applying, confirm your license status and availability, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
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