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NaphCare, Inc.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

NaphCare, Inc., Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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NaphCare is hiring a

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

to join our team of medical professionals in the

Fulton County Jail

in

Atlanta, GA .

As a

Correctional Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner , you will work under the supervision of a psychiatrist, alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals, to provide mental health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for facility residents. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority, you will have a variety of duties to engage you. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health needs.

Responsibilities

Assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with psychiatric disorders

Medication management including prescribing, adjusting and discontinuing medication as needed

Maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes

Responding to psychiatric emergencies, providing immediate interventions and safety protocols within the facility

Coordinate, lead and participate in educational training activities related to mental health care

Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including correctional staff, psychologists, social workers and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans and ensuring staff are responsive to patients’ needs

Qualifications

Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the state of Georgia

Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in Georgia

A current DEA registration in Georgia

Active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including those with mental health and substance use disorders

Strong communication skills with diverse individuals, including other medical professionals and correctional staff

Strong written and verbal communication skills and solid computer skills

Strong assessment and diagnostic skills

Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards

Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and confidential information

Professional integrity and adherence to a Code of Conduct and facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare? NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits For Full-Time Employees Include

Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one

Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one

Lowest Cost Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance at no cost to the employee

Generous paid time off & paid holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up to date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare employees to meet state-specific requirements for maintaining licensing.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

Atlanta, GA

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