Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Clinic in Brooklyn, NY

Job Description

Job Description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-210139-NP-NY
• Title: NP
• Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: Clinic
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

The ACT Team operates as a specialized community mental health program serving Brooklyn residents requiring intensive psychiatric support. This program provides comprehensive psychiatric care directly in community settings rather than traditional clinical environments. The team maintains a mobile approach to mental health service delivery with dedicated resources for community-based treatment interventions.

Brooklyn offers diverse attractions including the Brooklyn Heights Promenade and Brooklyn Bridge Park, which provide scenic waterfront views along with the iconic Brooklyn Bridge walk. The area features cultural destinations such as the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, various museums, and neighborhoods like Dumbo that blend historical elements with modern attractions. Visitors can engage in activities ranging from culinary tours and art walks to recreational options like mini golf and archery, with many locations accessible within a few miles of each other.

The psychiatric nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive ACT team coverage for community-based psychiatric treatment in Brooklyn. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and medication management in various community settings including private homes, shelters, and public areas. The clinician must have experience with community-based treatment programs and treating patients in non-traditional healthcare environments. The position requires full-time commitment with 40 hours per week, working Monday through Friday with no call requirements.

• Case Load/PPD: TBD
• Patient Population: Adults
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No
• Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases Treated: Adults requiring community-based psychiatric treatment in various settings
• Average Length of Stay: Not applicable
• Census: Not applicable
• Med Checks/Follow-up per day: Variable
• Initial Evaluation Time: Standard psychiatric evaluation timeframes

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