Part-Time PMHNP: Crisis Stabilization Lead

Claratel Behavioral Health; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

The DeKalb Regional Crisis Center seeks an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to provide advanced psychiatric and medical care within the Crisis Stabilization Unit. This part-time role covers 12-hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays on a rotating weekend schedule, caring for up to 18 patients in a fast-paced, trauma-informed setting.

The APRN collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and manage acute behavioral health crises, perform medical screenings, initiate treatment,

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current licensure as an APRN in Georgia with PMHNP specialty (PMHNP-BC).
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Clinical assessment and evaluation of psychiatric conditions and risk.
• Psychiatric treatment and medication management per protocols.
• Crisis intervention and rapid response during behavioral health emergencies.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with psychiatrists, nurses, and case managers.
• Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, DBHDD regulations, and agency policies.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Psychopharmacology

Crisis stabilization

Communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing

PMHNP-BC

DEA registration

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

The DeKalb Regional Crisis Center seeks an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to provide advanced psychiatric and medical care within the Crisis Stabilization Unit. This part-time role covers 12-hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays on a rotating weekend schedule, caring for up to 18 patients in a fast-paced, trauma-informed setting.

The APRN collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and manage acute behavioral health crises, perform medical screenings, initiate treatment,