PMHNP Behavioral Command Center Position | Full-time W2 | Atlanta, GA

Behavioral Health Connections Georgia is recruiting a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for their Command Center located in Dunwoody, GA.

Behavioral Health Connections was created to provide referring providers and patients with a single point of access to a full spectrum of behavioral health services in Atlanta. We offer referring providers ease of access 24/7 to refer patients to any level of care or specialty program within our network of affiliated providers.

Position Overview

• Employment Type: W2 Employed
• Schedule / Hours: onsite only, Monday-Friday, 3 PM - 11 PM shift, 40 hours per week, no call
• Patient Volume: 15 on average
• Location: Atlanta, GA (Dunwoody)
• Practice Setting: 911 dispatch scenario, non-patient-facing position working at a Behavioral Command Center.
• Support / Care Team: Multidisciplinary with BC Psychiatrists, BH RNs, Master's level Social Workers, and additional support staff to coordinate patient travel to BH facility
• EMR / Technology: Cerner

Responsibilities

NP will provide admission orders and initial medication orders upon review of clinical fax packet for the patient from an ER when the patient is deemed appropriate for admission from the RN's initial review. The PMHNP will review and determine all complicated patients and determine which one of our UHS stand-alone behavioral facilities will be the best option for the patient's care.

• Collaborate with ER physicians, NPs, and support staff.
• Document orders using Cerner

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Hourly Compensation

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 Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with one of the accredited National Certification Organizations (ANCC, AANP) is required.

Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia; Certification with a National Certification Board

Unencumbered State of GA Licensed NP, expertise, or interest, in treating patients with mental illness and addictive disorders preferred.

This opportunity offers the chance to practice in one of the most desirable areas of metro Atlanta. Dunwoody combines excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a strong community atmosphere with easy access to Atlanta's major medical centers, airport, and cultural amenities. The region continues to experience significant demand for behavioral health services, allowing psychiatrists to make a meaningful impact while enjoying an outstanding quality of life.

About UHS

PMHNPs 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

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