Samantha Rush, APRN, FNP-C

Samantha Rush is a compassionate and committed healthcare professional with a strong dedication to serving individuals on their journey to wellness and recovery. As a Family Nurse Practitioner with advanced training and clinical expertise, Samantha brings more than a decade of experience in emergency medicine, behavioral health, and substance use treatment to her role as Medical Director of Residential & Withdrawal Services.

She began her academic journey at Neosho County Community College and Ottawa University, where she was honored with induction into Phi Theta Kappa for academic excellence. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Rockhurst University, becoming a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Driven by a commitment to continuous growth and service, Samantha is currently pursuing additional certifications as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a master’s degree in medical Spanish.

Samantha has served in community mental health and detox programs for the past two years, where she has been recognized for her holistic, person-centered approach to care. Prior to this, she served as an emergency department charge nurse for ten years, bringing leadership and critical care expertise to fast-paced clinical environments. In 2024, Samantha was honored as one of the top five finalists for Best of Lawrence and has been nominated again for 2025, a reflection of her outstanding reputation and dedication to the community.

Outside of her professional life, Samantha is a proud wife and mother to five children and one stepson. She is actively involved in her family’s life as a dedicated cheer mom, baseball mom, and soccer mom—roles she embraces with the same passion and energy she brings to her clinical work.