What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at New Horizons Behavioral Health?
Under general supervision, the candidate will provide services by working hands on with individuals with mental illness, developmental diseases, and/or addictive diseases. The candidate will provide physical (primary care) and mental health services. The candidate will: maintain proper documentation and billing tickets in EMR; document so that the individual's level of care is supported; write prescriptions with low error rate; comply with all medical staff policies and procedures. Must engage in continuing education activities as required to maintain licensure and certification; participate in administrative activities and other request by the Medical Director (staff meetings, treatment team meetings, etc.); Participate on appropriately identified insurance panels. Must have general medical knowledge and the ability to diagnose and plan treatment effectively for psychiatric disorders.
Program Name: Medical Services Unit
Works with the following population: Male and female individuals with a mental health diagnosis, developmental disabilities, and addictive diseases.
Minimum Requirements: A current Georgia license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner. FNP with mental health experience, or FNP/PMH certification. Must have Integrated Care, Psychiatry, and physical health experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with individuals with mental disabilities and/or addictive diseases.
Days & Time: This position will work 40 hours a week. Most programs work Monday through Friday, from 8am to 5pm, with a 1-hour break.
Pay: $115,000 - $122,700 per year. The salary is based on certification(s).
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. We are also unable to contact applicants who are not selected for a position. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by Human Resources to continue the hiring process. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Salary : $115,000 - $122,700
