Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Behavioral Health
Phoebe Putney Health SystemPhoebe Behavioral HealthFull timePosted 4d agoStill open, checked every night- BLS
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About the job
Job Number
35347
Location
Phoebe Behavioral Health
Street Address
500 West 3rd Ave Ste 105
City, State
Albany, Georgia
Zip Code
31701
Department
PPG PSYCHIATRY-APP
Shift:
First Shift
Job Type
Full time
Posted Date
2026-11-06
Job Description Summary
Responsible for patient care management, counseling, education of patients and families in collaboration with facility MD's.
Description
Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered behavioral healthcare while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Job Summary
The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides comprehensive mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for patients across the lifespan. Working collaboratively with physicians, therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the PMHNP develops and implements individualized treatment plans to support patients' behavioral health and wellness needs.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Conducting psychiatric evaluations and assessments.
- Diagnosing and managing mental health conditions.
- Developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized treatment plans.
- Providing patient and family education regarding treatment plans and wellness strategies.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.
- Maintaining accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation.
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives and support organizational goals for patient care and safety.
Qualifications
- Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
- Current Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification.
- Active or eligible state Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Previous behavioral health or psychiatric practice experience preferred.
- 3 years experience in supervision and independent decision making in major nursing area preferred
From Phoebe Putney Health System's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Phoebe Putney Health System
Phoebe Putney Health System hires nurses, therapists and imaging techs in Georgia.
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