Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Our client, a leading provider of comprehensive mental health services in a prominent healthcare setting, is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner . This essential role offers a unique opportunity for a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner to deliver high-quality psychiatric care in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The position requires on-site work five days a week at our main location in Long Island City, with a standard workweek from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., including one late day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursdays. The successful candidate will play a vital role in patient evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, and crisis intervention, contributing significantly to the mental health outcomes of diverse patient populations. Responsibilities: Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments to determine diagnoses and develop treatment plans. Collaborate with psychiatrists on documentation and clinical decisions. Provide medication management, educating patients on side effects and treatment options to facilitate informed consent. Deliver individual psychotherapy and crisis intervention or counseling to de-escalate conflicts. Complete all necessary documentation, including referrals and transfer forms, adhering to HIPAA and institutional policies. Manage referrals to external mental health agencies and providers, ensuring continuity of care. Partner with primary care providers and specialists for integrated treatment approaches. Coordinate psychiatric care with medical clinic staff, shelter personnel, and outside providers. Offer coverage for psychiatric supervision when needed, including emergency responses and follow-up care. Engage in multidisciplinary case management meetings, contributing insights to optimize patient care. Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, ensuring documentation accuracy and confidentiality. Requirements: Board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with an active PMHNP license in New York State. Must be an NYS Medicaid provider. Minimum of 1 year of experience in psychiatric nursing or a related clinical setting. Strong skills in psychiatric assessment, medication management, and crisis intervention. Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and external agencies. Proficiency in electronic medical records systems, including demographic management, scheduling, documentation, and electronic prescribing. Additional experience with substance abuse programs, mental health referrals, and health promotion initiatives is advantageous. Commitment to patient advocacy, privacy standards, and health promotion. Some of the Benefits: Competitive salary. Opportunity to work at a well-respected facility with a diverse patient population. Collaborative team environment with ongoing professional development. Generous administrative and clinical support. Potential for performance-based incentives for seeing additional patients. Comprehensive benefits package (details available upon request). Salary: $150,000-160,000. The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information. #LI-AW1