Advanced Practice Nurse (Ketamine and Vitamin Infusion Specialist)

Advanced Practice Nurse (Ketamine and Vitamin Infusion Specialist)

We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join our team at New Life Wellness as a Ketamine and Vitamin Infusion Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Specialist. 

This role involves administering IV vitamin infusions, administering IV/IM ketamine infusions, overseeing the handing of patients nasal ketamine to administer themselves, administering transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and any additional services that we determine together are a good addition to the practice, under the supervision of New Life Wellness’ medical director. 

The APRN will play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety, comfort, and optimal treatment outcomes in a supportive and therapeutic environment.

This is a part-time independent contractor position with flexible scheduling (AM vs PM shifts).

Key Responsibilities: 

Clinical Duties:

• Maintain proficiency in IV insertion, infusion management, and emergency response relevant to ketamine and infusion therapy.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), including assessments, medications, responses, and follow-up plans.
• Participate in the development and refinement of clinical protocols, safety checklists, and quality improvement initiatives for ketamine and infusion services.
• Ensure compliance with clinic policies, HIPAA, infection control standards, and medication safety requirements
• Maintain a calm, low-stimulus, and therapeutic environment aligned with the goals of ketamine-assisted treatment.
• Adhere to all nursing scope-of-practice standards and clinical protocols

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate closely with the medical director and multidisciplinary team (therapists and support staff) to coordinate holistic care.
• Communicate effectively with referring providers regarding patient progress and treatment recommendations when appropriate.
• Educate patients on what to expect before, during, and after ketamine treatments
• Provide empathetic support to patients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, suicidality, and other mental health or functional concerns.
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and training related to ketamine, TMS, and advanced wellness services.

Controlled Substance Compliance & Medication Management  

• Administer IV ketamine in strict compliance with Ohio Board of Pharmacy, DEA, and applicable state and federal regulations governing controlled substances
• Ensure accurate documentation of ketamine preparation, administration, wastage, inventory, and reconciliation per clinic policy
• Maintain secure handling, storage, and disposal of controlled substances in accordance with regulatory standards
• Participate in medication audits, inventory checks, and compliance reviews as required
• Immediately report discrepancies, adverse events, or compliance concerns to the Medical Director and clinic leadership

Required Qualifications:

• Active, unrestricted APRN license in the state of Ohio (e.g., FNP, CNP, CNS, CNM, CRNA as applicable to role and scope).
• Current national board certification in a relevant specialty (e.g. Trauma, Family, Adult-Gerontology, Acute Care, Psychiatric-Mental Health (must also be a FNP)).
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as an APRN; experience in psychiatry, pain management, anesthesia, emergency, or infusion medicine preferred.
• Proficiency in IV insertion and management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse patient populations.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, trauma-informed care, and high-quality documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ketamine therapy, psychedelic-informed care, or other infusion-based treatments.
• Experience working with patients with treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, anxiety disorders, chronic pain, or suicidality.
• Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Prior experience in outpatient mental health, integrated wellness, or interventional psychiatry settings.

Compensation:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience. 

About New Life Wellness:

At New Life Wellness, we are dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve optimal health and well-being. Located in Dayton, Ohio, New Life Wellness specializes in ketamine & vitamin infusions, Spravato, EXOMIND™ / TMS, functional & lifestyle medical assessment, therapy & integration coaching, and advanced wellness treatments. We help our patients reclaim their vitality and live life to the fullest. 

Our expert team prioritizes your health goals, providing recommendations designed to promote long-term wellness. Whether you’re seeking preventative care, understanding how ketamine infusions and counseling can be used to treat chronic anxiety & pain, treatment resistant depression, PTSD, and suicidality, or ways to enhance energy, boost immunity, or optimize your overall wellness, we’re here to help you thrive. 

Your health is our mission. Let’s build a healthier future together.