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

UHS  •  Atlanta, GA (Onsite)  •  9 days ago
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Job Description

Opportunity Details

Position Title: PRN - BC Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for Child/Adolescent Inpatint and RTC

Location: Atlanta, GA

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. This ensures that programming will meet our residents’ specific developmental needs and individualized treatment issues. Through our Discovery and Declaration Programs, Laurel Heights Hospital provides highly specialized residential treatment for boys ages 7–17 who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and who demonstrate severe behavioral difficulties and psychiatric illnesses.

  • Employment Type: Hospital Employed, on-site only
  • Schedule / Hours: weekends, weekdays, holiday and vacation coverage
  • Patient Volume: will vary by unit census
  • Location: Atlanta, GA
  • Practice Setting: Inpatient Acute General and Inpatient Autism Units ages 6 -17 and RTC units ages 7 -17
  • Support / Care Team: Multidisciplinary with BC Psychiatrists, BH Techs, BH RN, Psychiatric NPs, Social Workers, and Therapists
  • EMR / Technology: HCS

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive PRN compensation
  • Flexible schedule
  • Malpractice

Position Requirements:

  • 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.
  • I deal candidate will be dual Boarded as Family Nurse Practitioner

About the Organization & Community

Nestled in a prime location in Atlanta, GA, Laurel Heights Hospital is conveniently near the bustling city center, top-tier universities, desirable 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 providing targeted, empathetic care designed to meet the unique needs of its patients.

Nurse 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. This scale provides unmatched stability, consistent patient volume, and the reassurance of working with a trusted industry leader.

For more information, please contact:

Victoria Miller | In-house Physician Recruiter | Victoria.Miller@uhsinc.com | Cell (440) 361-1078

Universal Health Services, Inc. | UHS of Delaware, Inc. | 367 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406 | www.uhsinc.com.

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About UHS

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 300 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company that operates through its subsidiaries. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent there is any reference to “UHS” or “UHS facilities” on this website, including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein which relates to healthcare or management operations, they are referring to Universal Health Services, Inc.’s subsidiaries. Further, the terms “we,” “us,” “our” or “the company” in such context similarly refer to the operations of the subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. Any reference to employment at UHS or employees of UHS refers to employment with one of the subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
King of Prussia, PA
Year Founded
1979
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