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APP Outpatient

Guardian Recovery Network Holdings
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2026
 About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and mission-driven Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join a growing outpatient clinic focused on evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders (SUD).

In this role, you will practice at the top of your license within a collaborative, patient-centered environment designed to support both providers and patients. You will work alongside physicians, therapists, medical assistants, and peer recovery specialists to deliver high-quality addiction care while building meaningful relationships with patients throughout their recovery journey.

With streamlined workflows and dedicated clinical support, you will be able to focus on patient care rather than administrative burden. This role also offers ongoing mentorship, continuing education opportunities, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

This is an opportunity to join a mission-driven team working to expand access to compassionate, low-barrier addiction treatment and improve outcomes for underserved populations.


Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and manage substance use disorders and related medical or psychiatric comorbidities

  • Conduct comprehensive medical and/or psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans

  • Collaborate closely with clinic team members, including Medical Assistants, Peer Recovery Specialists, and Therapists, to coordinate care

  • Apply Motivational Interviewing and harm-reduction principles to support patient engagement and long-term recovery

  • Initiate and manage evidence-based SUD therapies and medications with mentorship from addiction medicine specialists

  • Provide compassionate, patient-centered care, fostering trust and strong relationships with patients and community partners

  • Identify opportunities to improve access to care for underserved and marginalized populations

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of addiction medicine treatments and best practices

  • Provide occasional cross-coverage for inpatient consult APPs to support continuity of care


Qualifications

  • Nurse Practitioner (FNP, AGNP, PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)

  • Experience in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Behavioral Health, or Addiction Medicine preferred

  • Experience managing substance use disorders in an outpatient setting strongly preferred

  • Knowledge of SUD diagnoses, medications, and treatment modalities

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary care teams

  • Strong interpersonal and patient communication skills

  • Adaptable, proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development

  • Passion for delivering compassionate, harm-reduction focused addiction care


Schedule

  • Monday – Friday on site

  • 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

  • Schedule may evolve as the organization continues to grow


Work Environment & Support

  • Dedicated support from Medical Assistants and Peer Recovery Specialists

  • Collaborative multidisciplinary care teams

  • Streamlined workflows that allow providers to focus on patient care

  • Mentorship and guidance from addiction medicine specialists

  • Opportunity to contribute to innovative approaches to addiction treatment


Physical Requirements

  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while conducting patient visits, charting, and collaborating with team members

  • Frequent movement throughout the clinic to interact with patients and staff

  • Ability to operate standard clinical and office equipment, including computers and medical devices

  • Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds occasionally (medical supplies or small equipment)

  • Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform clinical assessments and procedures

  • Ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff, including during emotionally sensitive or crisis situations

  • Ability to respond calmly and effectively to urgent clinical needs

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