Nurse Practioner

Responsibilities Provide advanced psychiatric nursing care as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, under the supervision of a psychiatrist (if required due to state collaborative practice agreement guidelines). Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for adults and adolescents (ages 7-21), including psychosocial, developmental, and trauma histories. Diagnose mental health conditions using DSM-5 criteria and support the development of individualized, evidence‑based treatment plans. Provide crisis assessment, risk assessment, and intervention when clinically indicated. Apply trauma‑informed and culturally responsive practices when working with children, adolescents, and families. Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications while assessing therapeutic response and side effects. Manage Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) for substance use disorders in alignment with program and regulatory standards. Provide psychoeducation to clients, parents, and guardians regarding diagnoses, treatment options, risks/benefits, and medication use, document informed consent. Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic and laboratory tests to identify clinical problems and monitor treatment safety. Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record, including visit notes, current medication regimen, lab reviews, and clinical updates, ensuring all evaluations and follow‑up visits are documented within 48 hours of client contact and in compliance with NYS OMH, OASAS, and agency standards. Participate in required weekly case conferences to provide clinical input and collaborate on treatment progress. Coordinate care with counselors, nursing staff, primary care providers, pediatricians, and community providers. Communicate with families, foster parents, and caregivers to ensure quality delivery of services. Work closely with schools and child welfare agencies (foster care, CPS) to support involved families. Refer clients to specialized health resources for treatment when necessary. Stay informed on best practices in child and adolescent psychiatry and psychopharmacology. Qualifications Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited advanced practice nursing program. Current New York State License Nurse Practitioner‑Psychiatry Certification. Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP‑BC) via ANCC or AANP. Active DEA registration and eligibility to prescribe controlled substances, including medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD). Demonstrated experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, including children involved in child welfare systems (foster care, Child Protective Services). Strong understanding of trauma‑informed care and the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Excellent clinical decision‑making, assessment, and communication skills. Commitment to supporting vulnerable youth and families in a community mental health setting. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred and welcome other languages to meet the needs of communities served. Ability to assess in person on an established interval for comprehensive evaluations for clients prescribed controlled substances. Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and community partners. Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP‑BC) required. Salary The salary range for this role is between 160K-180K. #J-18808-Ljbffr