Medical University of South Carolina Leatherman Behavioral Health PRN Advanced Practice Provider (APP - NP/PA)- Florence, SC

MUSC is searching for a PRN NP/PA to work in the Leatherman Behavioral Health Hospital in a collaborative role with the Psychiatry providers to assist in the triage and management of psychiatric patients who present to the hospital.  Will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and work with a team of psychiatrists as part of the Mental Health ICCE, within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. 

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program with current licensure or eligibility for licensure in South Carolina.

o   APRN License Type/Certification:

•  PMHNP (Psychiatric Mental Health NP): (All ages) population focus may be adult only or across the lifespan care of the psychiatric patient.

• Currently licensed (or eligible) in the state of South Carolina as a Physician Assistant by the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners or as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with the SC Board of Nursing.

• Minimum of one year of mental Health provider experience.

• Requires certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). If ACLS is not current, provider must enroll and have received certificate by start date.

• APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law.

• DHEC and DEA license 

Position Highlights:

• Inpatient, outpatient, and CSU (0 years- death)

• Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiology, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline

• Initiates referrals to other health care providers, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician

• Documents and bills for direct care provided

• Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members

Benefits & Resources for Providers:

• Epic EHR with provider-centered optimization and robust user support

• AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools integrated into Epic to reduce administrative burden and support clinical decision-making at the point of care

• Team-based care models that support sustainable workloads, shared responsibility, and provider well-being

MUSC Health Jean and Hugh K. Leatherman Behavioral Care Pavilion opened in August of 2025, at 121 East Cedar Street in Florence, South Carolina. We look forward to welcoming patients to this new location. The innovative MUSC Health Leatherman Pavilion serves as a regional behavioral health center and includes a combination of triage, crisis stabilization, telehealth, outpatient, and inpatient services. The project was coordinated through an advisory committee convened by the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS). 

Life in (Pee Dee SC):

Life in the Pee Dee Region offers the perfect blend of small-town charm, Southern hospitality, and easy access to bigger city amenities. With communities like Florence, Marion, and surrounding areas, residents enjoy affordable living, welcoming neighborhoods, rich history, local restaurants, outdoor recreation, and a slower pace of life without feeling disconnected. The region is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including parks, rivers, and nearby beaches, while still providing convenient access to Charleston, Myrtle Beach, and Columbia. The Pee Dee is a place where people value community, family, and a high quality of life.

About MUSC:

South Carolina’s leading academic health system, MUSC Health serves patients across the state through a growing network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. As the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health integrates academic medicine, research, and education with a strong commitment to patient care. Providers who join MUSC Health become part of a mission-driven organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and meaningful investment in providers’ success. With opportunities in both academic and community settings, MUSC Health provides the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term provider careers. 

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.