Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Our client is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join their community health center in New York City. The Psychiatric NP will provide comprehensive mental health care under the supervision of the Medical Director or a designated physician, while also overseeing the Nurse Care Coordinator.

Job Description

• Conducts comprehensive history and physical examinations.
• Manages primary medical care for adults, addressing both acute and chronic conditions.
• Provides Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Buprenorphine therapy.
• Assesses patient conditions, sets goals, and prescribes appropriate interventions.
• Documents clinical information in electronic health records.
• Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Performs direct patient care procedures.
• Participates in developing care standards and quality assurance programs.
• Coordinates medical consultations and patient transfers.
• Provides emergency medical care and advocates for patients.
• Educates patients on health promotion and disease prevention.

Requirements

• New York State licensure and registration as a Nurse Practitioner.
• 1 year of experience in primary care, HIV/AIDS management, harm reduction, and Buprenorphine treatment.
• Certification in nursing practice or expertise in HIV/AIDS medicine.
• Preferred experience with electronic health records.
• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance.
• Current DEA registration, CPR certification, and Infection Control certification.
• Maintenance of required CMEs/CEUs.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Compensation

• $145,000 - $150,000