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Nurse practitioner

UHS·Atlanta, Georgia

Full TimeOn Site5-10 yrsPosted 27 days ago
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Nurse practitioner

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 325 similar openings in the Atlanta area · median $71,100
  • 37 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

About the role

The Nurse Practitioner will provide psychiatric and behavioral care to children and adolescents with complex disorders. They will implement treatment plans tailored to the specific needs of youth dealing with psychiatric difficulties and neurodevelopmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Psych Nurse Practioner Opportunity (full-time) At Laurel Heights Hospital, we are committed to providing the highest quality of psychiatric and behavioral care.
  • Our comprehensive pediatric programs and services are designed to bring hope and healing to children and adolescents who face complex psychiatric, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders.
  • We strive to cater our approach to treatment to the needs of each child who comes into our care.ghts Hospital are structured for youth ages 6–17 who are dealing with general psychiatric difficulties and trauma.
  • We also offer specialty mental health programs for children with co-occurring neurodevelopmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders Laurel Heights Hospital offers comprehensive benefits for the Nurse Practioner position, such as: Health, Dental and Vision Plans Paid Time Off 401k Retirement Plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement Short Term and Long Term Disabi Treatment programs at Laurel Heility Life Insurance EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.
  • UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
  • We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Qualifications

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). Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia; Certification with a National Certification Board Five (5) years of experience in the area of psychiatric/chemical dependency nursing preferred. Unencumbered State of GA Licensed NP, expertise, or interest, in treating patients with mental illness and addictive disorders preferred. Knowledge and mastery of DSM-5 and biopsychosocial assessment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master of Science in Nursing and be a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. A valid Georgia license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is required, with five years of psychiatric nursing experience preferred.

  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Patient Care
  • Mental Health Treatment
  • Pediatric Care
  • Psychiatric Nursing
  • Biopsychosocial Assessment
  • DSM-5
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Behavioral Care
  • Addictive Disorders
  • Chemical Dependency Nursing

Benefits

  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Health Plan
  • Dental Plan

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
5-10 yrs
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Posted
Aug 13, 2026
Closes
Aug 13, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

UHS

Located in Aiken, South Carolina, which was named 2018’s “Best Small Town in the South” by Southern Living Magazine, Aiken Regional Medical Centers is a 273 licensed-bed acute care facility that offers a comprehensive range of specialties and services. Aiken Regional is...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Georgia Nurse Practitioner market context

In Georgia, Nurse Practitioner roles are often competitive because employers look for candidates with primary care training, strong assessment skills, and an interest in preventive medicine. This role stands out for applicants who can show experience with physically ill patients and a completed preceptorship, and the job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time. Before applying, confirm your program, preceptorship, and primary care experience are clearly reflected in your resume.

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