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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Behavioral Health Outpatient (Float / L

Sun River Health, Brentwood, NY, United States


Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Behavioral Health Outpatient (Float / Long Island, NY)
Job Description
We are currently seeking a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team and support multiple sites on Long Island.

Position Summary

A Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides psychiatric clinical services for patients and performs duties in compliance with system and job-specific standards.

Job Type:

Full-Time

Work Schedule:

Monday in Wyandanch, Tuesday in Patchogue, Wednesday and Thursday in Brentwood, and Friday in Coram. (This schedule can change.)

Salary Range:

$159,724.50 - $172,614 per year

Sign-On Bonus:

$3,500 Sign-On Bonus for Eligible External Applicants – Terms and Conditions Apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Consult with MD/Psychiatrist/LCSW on patients via eCW, telephone encounter, and/or with patient visits

Consult with MD/Psychiatrist on medication management, via eCW, telephone encounter, and/or visit with patient as needed to address BH concerns

Provide clinical care (medication management/psych evaluations) for patients to support efforts to achieve care plan goals, in support of ongoing care by MD/Psychiatrist/LCSW, with referral back to ongoing care with clinical team

Participate in case conferencing and high-risk meetings with LCSW/MD/Psychiatrist and care teams

Approval of treatment plans for patients in BH care at Sun River

Participate in efforts to support Sun River’s primary care and BH integration efforts

Ensure appropriate transitions of care with external providers, PCP, hospitals, etc.

Respond to Sun River clinical teams for crisis intervention

Interviews, diagnoses and evaluates patients referred for psychiatric assessment

Participates as a team member in conferences concerned with diagnosis and treatment planning

Writes reports and documentation as required

Consults with other mental health and medical provider staff regarding treatment of patients

Prescribes psychotropic medication as needed and monitors its effectiveness

Provides in-service training to professional and paraprofessional staff

Reviews case records to monitor quality of care

Must demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span

Must be able to identify and categorize each patient’s age–specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients

Must be familiar with the process of diagnosing and treating patients with substance use disorder and make appropriate referrals when necessary

Essential Job Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirement: Master's Degree

Minimum Licensure: Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry and CPR/BLS

Required Skills & Knowledge:

Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that nurse practitioners are trained to do and are necessary for practicing in health care centers.

Competence in delivery of health care to patients (including preventative health education)

Ability to collaborate with other members of the Health Center in order to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.

Bilingual in both English and Spanish (orally and written) is preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage to ensure you and your family stay healthy.

Life and Disability Coverage: Financial protection for you and your loved ones in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.

Commuter and Transit Benefits: Assistance with your daily commute to make your journey to work easier.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support and resources for personal and work-related issues.

Employee Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on various products and services as a valued member of our team.

Provider Incentive Compensation Program: Quality & Productivity.

Professional License, Certification and DEA Fees Reimbursement.

Why Join Sun River Health?

Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a proud network of care that offers high-quality health and social support services to communities in need.

Professional Growth: We provide opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Supportive Environment: Our culture promotes wellness, inclusivity, and recognition, ensuring a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Community Impact: Make a difference in the lives of individuals and families by providing quality, affordable health care.

Locations: Brentwood, NY; Patchogue, NY

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