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Advanced Recovery Systems, LLC lists this PRN Psychiatric & Family Nurse Practitioner opportunity in stockbridge, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Medical discharge summaries
We are seeking a compassionate PRN Psychiatric & Family Nurse Practitioner to join our team!
Facility Address: 1000 Eagles Landing Parkway Stockbridge GA 30281
Clinical Schedule: 8am-5pm, 7-days a week
ideal candidates can work cover weekends and on-call (Telephonic On-Call)
Why Join Advanced Recovery Systems?
At ARS, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families affected by addiction and mental health disorders. Our providers work within a collaborative, physician-led clinical environment focused on evidence-based treatment and long-term recovery.
This is an excellent PRN opportunity for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner looking for flexible clinical work while making a meaningful difference in behavioral healthcare.
Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS) is a physician-led behavioral healthcare organization dedicated to providing evidence-based, compassionate care for individuals and families affected by addiction and mental health conditions. Founded in 2013, ARS operates treatment facilities across the United States, providing comprehensive care across the continuum of addiction and behavioral health services.
The Recovery Village Atlanta
is dedicated to helping individuals overcome substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders through individualized, evidence-based treatment in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality psychiatric and medical care consistent with the ARS clinical philosophy and standards established by the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients entering treatment
Establish rapport with patients and systematically gather clinical information to develop individualized treatment recommendations
Assess and diagnose substance use disorders and co-occurring primary mental health conditions
Evaluate patients for substance intoxication, toxicity, withdrawal symptoms, and other medical or psychiatric complications
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical presentation, medical necessity, and established standards of care
Prescribe and manage psychiatric and other appropriate medications, including monitoring effectiveness, side effects, interactions, and potential complications
Evaluate patients for medication-related concerns and adjust treatment as clinically appropriate
Assess patients for risk of harm to self or others using evidence-based tools, including the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) and PHQ-9
Evaluate and address nutritional concerns, pain, sleep, and other medical or psychiatric needs that may affect recovery
Utilize both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches to pain management while considering the risks of dependency, addiction, misuse, and abuse
Apply ASAM criteria and Medical Needs Criteria when evaluating level of care, treatment needs, and ongoing placement
Collaborate effectively with nursing, therapists, counselors, medical providers, and facility leadership as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team
Review and interpret laboratory and diagnostic results and incorporate findings into the patient's treatment plan
Provide appropriate follow-up care and medication management throughout the patient's treatment episode
Complete accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic health record
Ensure documentation complies with ARS policies, state and federal regulations, and applicable Joint Commission standards
Clinical Documentation May Include
Psychiatric evaluations
Physical examinations
Medical and psychiatric progress notes
Medical discharge summaries
Medication and ancillary orders
Allergies and medication reconciliation
Diagnoses and updates to diagnoses
Laboratory result review and interpretationHIV and STD result review, documentation, and appropriate follow-up
Treatment plans and clinical decision-making documentation
Requirements
Graduated from an accredited Nursing Master's Program with a Family Nurse Practitioner or higher and a Psychiatric Nurse practice degree
Experience in Addiction Medicine/ Primary Behavioral Health preferred
Familiarity with JCAHO and other indicated healthcare standards is preferred
Familiarity with ASAM/ ASAM Criteria and other indicated healthcare standards is preferred
Application of Continuous Quality Improvement and Performance Improvement Team philosophy and ability to develop and apply organizational strategies
Communication skills to relate to all levels of facility staff. Self-motivated and confident
Depending on the state practicing, may need a protocol agreement to be completed by the NP and Medical Director
Licensed Nurse with Master's Degree or higher to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Psych NP) in the appropriate state, as applicable, required.
Must have a DEA to prescribe controlled medications and have had training on Buprenorphine Prescribing as outlined by the DEA in the state(s) working.
DEA-authorized prescribers will be required to demonstrate that they have completed at least eight (8) hours of educational training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders
Depending on the state practicing, may need a protocol agreement to be completed by the NP and Medical Director. Depending on the state, the DEA may not be able to be obtained until the protocol has been approved by the local nursing board. This is the only exception to not having a DEA at hire
Benefits
Scheduling flexible, required to be onsite & some on-call
Pay: Competitive hourly rate
Malpractice: Free liability protection, the PLI policy also covers you if you leave the company should it be needed for the time period of your employment
Retirement: 401K
Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues.
The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO
We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.
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Worksite address
stockbridge, GA, 30281, US
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