Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

NaphCare • Atlanta, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to work at the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta, Georgia. Under the supervision of a psychiatrist and in collaboration with correctional officers and other medical professionals, the practitioner provides mental health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for facility residents. This role serves a diverse patient population with complex mental health needs in a controlled environment where security is a priority.

The practitioner provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnoses while protecting patients’ rights, dignity, and health. The position also involves psychiatric treatment, medication management, emergency response, documentation, education, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

This is a full-time position. NaphCare describes itself as one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities in the United States and notes that it supports career advancement within the company.

Requirements

• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Georgia.
• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) licenses in Georgia.
• Current DEA registration in the state.
• Active BLS/CPR certification; AHA certification is preferred.
• Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including people with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate with diverse individuals, medical professionals, and correctional staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and strong computer skills.
• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Integrity and professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
• 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 such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

• AHA-preferred BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with psychiatric disorders.
• Manage medications, including prescribing, adjusting, and discontinuing medication as needed.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies and provide immediate interventions and safety protocols within the facility.
• Coordinate, lead, and participate in educational training activities related to mental health care.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards.
• Collaborate with correctional staff, psychologists, social workers, and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans and ensure staff are responsive to patients’ needs.
• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnoses while protecting the rights, dignity, and health of facility residents.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
• Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs through NaphCare’s partnership with NetCE.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed