About this opportunity
Ascension Recovery Services lists this Nurse Practitioner PRN opportunity in pawnee, Oklahoma. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Nurse Practitioner (NP) - PRN / On-Call
Location: Pawnee, Oklahoma
Facility: Pawnee Behavioral Health (in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services)
Schedule: PRN & On-Call Coverage
Join Our Mission - Support Recovery When It Matters Most
Pawnee Behavioral Health, in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services, is seeking an experienced PRN / On-Call Nurse Practitioner (NP) to support medical coverage at our active substance use disorder treatment facility. This role is ideal for a clinically confident NP who values flexibility while delivering high-quality, compassionate, recovery-oriented care.
General Description
The PRN / On-Call Nurse Practitioner provides medical and psychiatric assessment, medication management, and clinical decision-making support for patients receiving substance use disorder treatment. This role collaborates closely with nursing, clinical leadership, and operations to ensure safe detoxification, continuity of care, and regulatory compliance.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Perform medical evaluations as needed
Manage detoxification, withdrawal, and MAT protocols
Prescribe medications in accordance with clinical protocols and state/federal regulations
Provide clinical guidance to nursing staff during on-call situations
Respond to medical or psychiatric concerns and emergencies
Document all care accurately and timely in the EHR
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support patient safety and outcomes
Participate in quality, compliance, and clinical review activities as requested
Qualifications
Required Master's degree in Nursing (MSN); DNP preferred
Current, unrestricted Oklahoma Nurse Practitioner license
Eligible for DEA registration with Schedule III authority
Current CPR certification
Preferred Certification as FNP or PMHNP
Experience in behavioral health, addiction medicine, detox, or inpatient/residential settings
Strong working knowledge of MAT, withdrawal management, and psychotropic medications
Key Competencies Strong clinical judgment and autonomous decision-making
Ability to respond calmly and effectively in on-call situations
Clear communication and collaboration with nursing and leadership
Trauma-informed, culturally responsive care approach
High level of professionalism and ethical practice
Work Conditions PRN and on-call clinical coverage
May include nights, weekends, or holiday rotations
On-site and/or telephonic clinical support depending on need
Why Join Us Competitive PRN and on-call compensation
Flexible scheduling
Supportive medical and operational leadership
Opportunity to support a mission-driven program serving the Pawnee community
Ability to remain clinically engaged without full-time commitment
Equal Employment Opportunity & Indian Preference
Pawnee Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000e-2(i)), preference in hiring is given to qualified American Indian/Native American applicants who are enrolled members of a federally recognized tribe. Veteran preference is also observed where applicable.
Reasonable Accommodations
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, Human Resources, or the designated ADA Coordinator. Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to ensure equal employment opportunities.
Worksite address
pawnee, OK, 74058, US
Who can apply
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