Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

We believe in the power of people to create great care and we are inviting the best healthcare professionals to build their career with us.

• Join a collegial team of primary and specialty care professionals

• Flexible Schedules for Maximum Work-Life Balance

• Financial Stability with no Billing or Overhead Responsibility

• New graduates and experienced candidates encouraged to apply

A multidisciplinary community health center in Spring Valley, NY, seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our Behavioral Health team. The Psychiatric NP will provide behavioral health treatment for a wide-variety psychiatric disorders and help with all aspects of patient care including diagnosis, treatment, collaboration and consultations.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities:

• Assesses the patient's general mental health condition by collecting medical histories, administering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and identifying issues that may be affecting the patient's state of mental health.

• Interprets and integrates data to determine preliminary diagnosis and creates an individualized therapeutic plan for mental health problems and psychiatric disorders based on evidence-based standards of care and practice guidelines.

• Prescribes psychotropic drugs and related medications to treat symptoms of psychiatric disorders and improve functional health status based on clinical indications of a patient's status, including results of diagnostic and lab tests.

• Identifies, measures, and monitors clinical and related behavioral outcomes to determine the effectiveness and appropriateness of the plan of care.

• Educates patients and /or family as to the nature of the psychiatric condition and provides appropriate instructions on proper intervention and treatment.

• Collaborates with the psychiatrists and other staff members in the team in managing acute and long-term medical and psychiatric/mental health needs of patients.

• Documents medical history and treatment plans effectively, concisely and accurately. Maintains patient confidentiality.

• Coordinates referrals and ongoing access to primary and other health care services for patients.

• Provides consultation to and seeks consultation from other health care clinicians to enhance quality and continuity of care.

• Collaborates with other departments in the health center to improve and enhance communication and quality of care.

• Provides coverage for other providers after hours or when away (e.g. vacations or time off).

• Complies with applicable policies and procedures and supports the Compliance Program.

• Contributes to organizational operations by performing other duties as may be required .

  
  

  Benefits:

• 3500.00 Sign on bonus for full time.

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy the security of financial stability with no billing or overhead responsibility.

• Our facilities are eligible for NHSC loan repayment and NYS Public Loan Forgiveness to help manage your financial burden.

• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide full benefits, including life, health, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring your well-being.

• Paid Malpractice Insurance: FTCA Malpractice Coverage

• Financial Planning: Benefit from our 403B plan, ensuring your financial security for the future.

• Tax Advantages: Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Reimbursement Cards

• Professional Growth: Support for CME activities and medical licensure ensures you stay at the forefront of your field.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous PTO accruals and up to 13 Paid Holidays.

Live, Work and Play in Rockland:

• Situated along the majestic Hudson River

• Easy drive to New York City and airports

• Scenic waterfront villages

• Mountain vistas and parks; hiking and biking trails

• Prestigious schools and universities

• Vibrant health, retail, manufacturing, pharmaceutical and construction industries

Apply Today:

If you're a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner looking to make a positive impact, we invite you to apply.

Apply now to be a part of our dynamic medical team.

• BSN, MSN preferred; successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner psychiatric program

• Current registered nurse license and certification in New York State

• Minimum of three years of professional nursing experience in a clinic or hospital setting plus at least one year of psychiatric nurse practitioner experience

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices and regulations to give and evaluate patient care

• Knowledge of drug regimens and their indications, dosing, side effects, and proper administration

• Knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques, methods, issues and approaches in psychiatry

• Knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations as they apply to the advanced practice of nursing

• Displays exceptional verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations

• Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, and other members of the health care team