BC FNP/PMHNP Child/Adolescent Position | FT W-2 | Atlanta, GA
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Laurel Heights Hospital
Atlanta, GA, US
Summary
Perform admission evaluations, assessments, and oversee the discharge process for children and adolescents. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage treatment and document care using HCS.
Job Description
Opportunity Details
Position Title: Dual Board Certifie Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Family Nurse Practitioner
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.
Position Overview:
- Employment Type: Hospital Employed, on-site only
- Schedule / Hours: Monday-Friday day shift, shared call 1:4
- Patient Volume: will vary by unit census
- Location: Atlanta, GA
- Practice Setting: Inpatient Acute General and Inpatient Autism Units ages 6 -17 and assistance with Medical/H&Ps when asked
- 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 base salary with Productivity Bonus potential.
- Comprehensive benefits package including malpractice insurance, paid time off, 401K matching, stock options, and more.
Position Requirements:
- Master of Science in Nursing with certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner and 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
- Experience in the area of child psychiatry with proficiency in treating autism spectrum disorders preferred.
- Unencumbered State of GA Licensed NP, expertise, or interest, in treating patients with mental illness and addictive disorders preferred.
- Dual Boarded as FNP and PMHNP is required.
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 | [email protected] | Cell (440) 361-1078
Universal Health Services, Inc. | UHS of Delaware, Inc. | 367 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406 | www.uhsinc.com.
Laurel Heights Hospital is a private child and adolescent behavioral health facility located in Atlanta, Georgia. Laurel Heights Hospital’s residential programs are accredited by The Joint Commission.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality psychiatric and behavioral care to meet the needs of the children and families we serve. Our treatment programs are tailored to children and adolescents with complex psychiatric and behavioral problems. The facility offers several residential treatment units separated by age and gender, a separate residential program for children who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and a specialty acute inpatient unit for children in psychiatric crisis with co-occurring neurodevelopmental disabilities. We also offer general psychiatric acute care for children ages 6 – 17.
Our staff of behavioral health specialists includes board certified child and adolescent psychiatrists, licensed nurse practitioners, licensed registered nurses and licensed practical nurses, clinicians, beha
Our mission is to provide the highest quality psychiatric and behavioral care to the meet the needs of the children and families we serve. Laurel Heights specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents with complex psychiatric and behavioral problems. The facility offers several residential treatment units separated by age and gender, a separate residential program for children with autism and a specialty acute inpatient unit for children with co-occurring neurodevelopmental disabilities.
Our treatment staff includes child and adolescent psychiatrists, medical staff, clinicians, behavior analysts, a psychologist, recreation therapists, educators and allied health professionals who assess the needs of each child and with input from the family develop an individualized treatment plan. Laurel Heights also offers a wide range of activities geared to develop self-awareness, creativity, self-management, volunteerism and leisure life skills.
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Mental Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Atlanta, Georgia
