Nurse Practitioner - New York Oncology Hematology
About The Position
New York Oncology Hematology is expanding and seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for adult patients receiving oncology and hematology care. This role addresses the psychological and neuropsychiatric impact of cancer and its treatment, including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, delirium, cognitive changes, substance use concerns, and serious mental illness complicated by medical illness. The Nurse Practitioner functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary oncology care team, supporting patient quality of life, treatment adherence, and overall outcomes.
Requirements
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
- Minimum 3 years Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) experience required
- Active New York State Nurse Practitioner license
- DEA registration with prescriptive authority
Nice To Haves
- Hematology/Oncology or Palliative experience as RN or NP preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments for oncology and hematology patients
- Diagnose and treat common psychiatric conditions encountered in oncology care
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications considering cancer treatments and medical co-morbidities
- Provide brief supportive therapy and psycho-education
- Assess and manage psychiatric risk and mental health crises
- Collaborate with oncologists, hematologists, advanced practice providers, nursing, social work, and palliative care
- Participate in interdisciplinary case discussions and treatment planning
- Provide psychiatric consultation to oncology clinicians
- Coordinate referrals to behavioral health and community resources
- Support continuity of psychiatric care across the cancer continuum
- Document clinical care accurately in the electronic medical record
- Educate patients and families on psychological effects of cancer and its treatment
- Support staff education and advocate for integrated psychiatric care
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- Life
- 401k match
- Paid time off
- CME days and reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
