Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

PositionSummary:The psychiatric nurse practitioner (NP) must be dedicated to providing assessments and medication management services to adults, adolescents and children using in-person and telehealth modalities. CHRIS 180 prohibits discrimination, based on gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic partnership status, and civil union, among other things.The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and will be able to work independently in providing assessments and medication management while under the supervision of an MD.RoleandResponsibilities:The primary duties include but are not limited to the following:Provide medication management services at CHRIS Counseling DeKalb, Atlanta, Gwinnett, and Fulton County for adults, adolescents, and children (as appropriate).. See one intake per hour (60 minutes). See two med management cases per hour (30 minutes each)See all patients assigned during work hours.Work in-person or via telemedicine as appropriate.Be available for staff consultations and urgent clients when patients are not booked.Remain up to date on all clinical and administrative policies of CHRIS 180Complete notes and prescribe through MyEvolv by Netsmart and Order ConnectComplete all documentation on time within 24 plete all assigned trainings on ply with all federal, state, and local laws and codes of ethics pertaining to diagnosis and treatment for psychiatric conditions in adults, adolescents and ply with licensing board requirements in obtaining psychiatric signatures for controlled substances and review of charts as needed.Maintain state licensure and DEA certification.Performance and ConductMaintain confidentiality of client information.Maintain appropriate professional boundaries.Follow professional Code of EthicsFollow mandated reporting requirements of GA CodeSupport and maintain an environment of emotional and physical safety for clients, staff and other stakeholders at all times.Check the CHRIS 180 email account daily and respond in a timely manner to emails.Customer ServicePromote positive image of CHRIS 180 programs at all times.Work as a contributing and collaborative team memberRespond to client and peer needs in a timely fashion.Answer telephone calls and emails accordinglyRespond to requests for information from stakeholders in a timely fashion.Maintain Personal Information and TrainingMaintain appropriate records with the state licensing board regarding practice supervision.Furnish CHRIS 180 with copies of all licenses and certificates, and licenses required.Renew licenses and certificates in a timely manner and furnish CHRIS 180 with copies of them.Participate in all insurance programs as required by CHRIS plete all paperwork required by clients, insurance companies, or CHRIS 180.Adhere to standards set by Council on Accreditation (COA) or CAQH.Meet all guidelines and requirements for services provided from the DBHDD Provider Manual.Meet all policy standards and guidelines listed in the current CHRIS 180 policy and procedures handbooks.Qualifications/Competencies:Masters degree and licensure as a nurse practitioner.A minimum of 2 years experience as a psychiatric nurse practitioner.Skilled in providing medication management.Ability to effectively relate to clients, parents/custodians of all social, economic, ethnic and educational backgrounds, with compassion, fairness and clear boundaries.Cultural humility, and the provision of culturally informed care.Solid decision-making ability as related to the safety and well-being of clients, families, community, and staff.Dependability, emotional stability.Ability to recognize when assistance and consultation are neededExperience wit medication assistance treatment (MAT) recommendedBenefits:Competitive SalaryCompetitive 403 (b) benefit defined contribution plan.Healthcare insurance options including HMO or PPODental and vision insurance optionsShort term disability paid by CHRIS 180Basic life insurance 1x times your salaryEmployee assistance programFlexible spending account11 paid holidaysPTODiscounted college tuition for select colleges and universitiesHybrid/ in-office schedule based on department needs.Schedule:This is a full-time position and typically works Monday - FridayOther:The ideal candidate will possess the following:Technical expertise that allows well informed decisions, usage of available tools and resources and training to execute job responsibilitiesAccountable for work being completed accurately and in a timely manner as well as following up as neededAbility to collaborate with other staff to ensure best practices and sound decisionsAbility to communicate using appropriate tone when corresponding verbally or written (as well as proper usage of grammar and spelling)Ability to adapt and adjust to course and be open to new ideasAbility to manage workload by having a clear understanding of task/project and set realistic timelines and goalsCommitment to our vision and mission should be demonstrated in workDemands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of thisjob, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.::: {style=

Created: 2026-03-30