NP Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)

Local Addiction Recovery Company; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Local Addiction Recovery Company in San Marcos, TX is seeking an experienced Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) to provide on-site medical care at a residential detox and treatment facility. The role includes comprehensive histories and physicals, medical management, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers Monday–Friday on-site hours, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with on-call phone coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
• One year of experience in Residential detoxification, addiction medicine or related behavioral health setting
• Current and unrestricted Texas Nurse Practitioner license
• Current certification as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
• Current DEA registration or ability to obtain as required for the position
• Current BLS certification
• Experience managing patients with co-occurring medical and psychiatric conditions
• Familiarity with withdrawal management and detox protocols

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive History & Physical examinations
• Complete medical assessments for patients entering detoxification and residential treatment programs
• Evaluate patients for medical stability and appropriateness for treatment
• Provide ongoing medical management throughout the patient's stay
• Assess and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Prescribe and manage medications within scope and protocols
• Coordinate transfers for higher level care when needed
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing and behavioral health staff

Skills

Clinical assessment

Decision making

Communication

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Emergency care awareness

Malpractice coverage

Education

Texas NP license

ARNP certification

DEA registration or ability to obtain

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) – Detox & Residential Treatment

Location: San Marcos, TX 78666
Schedule: 5 days per week and on call daily
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Position: Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
Pay: Contract (1099) or Full-Time employment considered -Competitive, commensurate with experience

Position Overview: Joint Commission–accredited addiction treatment provider in San Marcos, Texas, offering medical detox, inpatient rehab, therapy, and long‑term recovery support, serving Central Texas including Austin and San Antonio is seeking an experienced and compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP). This position works to provide on-site medical care at a residential behavioral health and substance use treatment facility in San Marcos, Texas.

ScheduleMonday thru Friday and on call daily (for phone orders)8:00 AM – 5:00 PMOn-site - San Marcos, TX 78666

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive History & Physical (H&P) examinations
• Complete medical assessments for patients entering detoxification and residential treatment programs
• Evaluate patients for medical stability and appropriateness for treatment
• Provide ongoing medical management throughout the patient's stay
• Assess and manage acute and chronic medical conditions within the scope of the treatment setting
• Support the medical management of patients undergoing drug and alcohol detoxification
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms, vital signs, laboratory results, and overall medical status
• Order and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing
• Prescribe and manage medications within scope of practice and established protocols
• Identify patients requiring a higher level of medical care and coordinate appropriate transfer when necessary
• Respond to changes in patient condition and collaborate with nursing staff regarding medical concerns
• Complete follow-up evaluations and progress documentation
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant medical records
• Collaborate with physicians, psychiatric providers, nursing staff, behavioral health professionals, and facility leadership
• Participate in interdisciplinary communication regarding patient treatment and medical needs
• Follow Health policies, facility protocols, and applicable state and federal regulations
• Conduct peer reviews in a timely manner
• Communicate with the UR department regarding client's treatment, document per insurance policies and regulations

QualificationsRequired:

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) and one 1-year experience working in Residential detoxification, addiction medicine, substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health, residential treatment, urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care
• Current and unrestricted Texas Nurse Practitioner license
• Current certification as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
• Current DEA registration or ability to obtain as required for the position
• Current BLS certification
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Ability to recognize when patients require emergency or higher-level medical care
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Malpractice coverage required
• Experience managing patients with co-occurring medical, psychiatric, and substance use conditions
• Familiarity with withdrawal management and detox protocols
• Experience working in an inpatient, residential, or facility-based environment

Why Join Our Company?

We provide integrated medical and behavioral healthcare services with a focus on individuals with complex medical, psychiatric, and substance use needs. This position offers an opportunity to develop or expand experience in addiction medicine, detoxification, behavioral health, and residential treatment medicine while working alongside a multidisciplinary treatment team. We are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care and maintaining a professional and collaborative working environment.

Benefits for W2 Employment:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance