"Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner"

Job Description

Job ID: 296221
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus, Statesboro, GA

Department Information

General Health Services

Job Summary

The Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner works in collaboration with and under the direct and indirect supervision of a psychiatrist, utilizing mutually approved written protocols, providing psychiatric health care to university students and eligible members of the university community in the form of primary prevention, health education, assessment and treatment of health problems in accordance with the rules and regulations established by the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to students, including acute, short-term, chronic (within scope), and preventive services
• Maintains required credentials and/or licensure to practice within the State of Georgia
• Attends and participates in required meetings and trainings
• Work collaboratively with counselors, primary care providers, case managers, and disability services to coordinate care
• Monitor clinical progress, evaluate treatment effectiveness, adjust care as indicated, and maintain accurate and timely documentation in the medical record
• Develop, implement, and manage individualized treatment plans, including medication management in accordance with written nurse protocols
• Conduct diagnostic and medication evaluations, including consultation assessments informed by referral concerns and intake data
• Supports and participates in the quality and performance improvement activities of the clinic

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Master's degree from an Accredited Nursing Education Program with licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse

Other Required Qualifications

• Licensure to practice in the State of Georgia is required by the date of first employment
• Successful completion of a National certification through AANP, ANCC, or NCC
• Georgia State RN and NP licenses in good standing
• Certified as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Psychiatric/Mental Health (410-12-.01) in the State of Georgia
• Active DEA registration and prescribing privileges or eligible for these
• Thorough and working knowledge of all mental health conditions and familiarity with standard treatment options in patients of all ages
• Working knowledge of state health care laws, licensing, board regulations and prescribing regulations

Required Experience

• Two (2) or more years of experience in the evaluation and treatment of individuals whose age and psychological development are similar to traditional and non-traditional college students

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Current BLS CPR certification required
• ACLS certification preferred

Preferred Experience

• Two (2) years of clinical experience in a college or university counseling or mental health setting

Proposed Salary

Commensurate With Experience

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References
• Credential Documents

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to work with an electronic health care system

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Familiarity in the evaluation and treatment of Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD), Emotional Dysregulation (ED), and/or Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)/ Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with an interdisciplinary team

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Training and skills in providing telehealth services
• Supervising others

Apply Before Date

April 28, 2026

Application review may begin as early as March 24, 2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.