Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) committed to delivering inclusive, patient-centered care within a community health center seeking to improve access to high-quality medical and behavioral health services for diverse and underserved populations.

This full-time position requires availability on the first and last Thursday and Saturday of each month, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Standard working hours will be Monday-Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform psychiatric evaluations and reassessments, including diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, including those used in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for substance use disorders.
• Monitor medication effectiveness and side effects, and adjust treatment as needed.
• Participate in health monitoring, crisis intervention, and care coordination activities.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including psychiatrists, social workers, case managers, medical staff, and support personnel.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or related field.
• Licensed and registered as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of New York.
• Current BLS certification.
• DEA registration.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP).
• MAT certification preferred.
• Must have experience working with diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ and individuals with HIV.

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