BC PMHNP Child​/Adolescent Position | PRN | Atlanta, GA

Position Overview

PRN - BC Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for Child/Adolescent Inpatient and RTC in Atlanta, GA at Laurel Heights Hospital. Laurel Heights Hospital provides residential treatment programs for children and adolescents (ages 7 and up) who present with severe and complex psychiatric and behavioral difficulties that impact multiple areas of functioning. Adolescent patients reside in separate treatment units designated by age, gender, and treatment needs.

The Discovery and Declaration Programs provide highly specialized residential treatment for boys ages 7-17 who have autism spectrum disorder and significant behavioral and psychiatric needs.

• Your role will encompass admission evaluations and assessments, managing treatment teams, overseeing discharge processes, and performing related administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with physicians, NPs, and support staff.
• Document care using HCS.

• Competitive PRN compensation
• Flexible schedule
• Malpractice

• Master of Science in Nursing with certification as a Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with one of the accredited National Certification Organizations (ANCC, AANP).
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia;
  Certification with a National Certification Board.
• Five (5) years of experience in the area of child psychiatry with proficiency in treating autism spectrum disorders.
• Unencumbered State of GA Licensed NP, expertise, or interest, in treating patients with mental illness and addictive disorders preferred.
• Ideal candidate will be dual Boarded as Family Nurse Practitioner.

Nestled in a prime location in Atlanta, GA, Laurel Heights Hospital is convenient to the city center, universities, housing, and an international airport. This private facility specializes in acute inpatient and residential treatment for a broad spectrum of children and adolescents. As a member of the Universal Health Services (UHS) network, Laurel Heights is committed to targeted, empathetic care designed to meet the unique needs of its patients.

Nurses Practitioners who join UHS benefit from the strength of a Fortune 500 healthcare organization with a nationwide network of acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and outpatient programs.

For more information, please contact:

Victoria Miller | In-house Physician Recruiter

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