Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Far Rockaway, NY
About The Position
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide mental health services in long -term care and nursing home facilities. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver impactful psychiatric care to an often -overlooked population. Why You'll Love This Role Make a lasting difference by providing essential psychiatric care to geriatric patients Flexible scheduling: part -time and full -time options available Local travel with day -to -day variety across multiple facilities Collaborative care model with medical directors, nurses, and social workers Independent practice with supportive leadership - no micromanagement Low -stress, predictable work environment (non -hospital setting) Focus on stable, chronic conditions in a supportive care environment Build meaningful relationships and continuity with your patient panel Multiple facilities available to match commute preferences Requirements Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow -up visits Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications Collaborate with facility staff and family members Pro vide compassionate, trauma -informed care Document care in compliance with regulatory standards Qualifications Certified PMHNP (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) Active, unrestricted state license Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Experience with geriatric or long -term care populations preferred (not required) Prior experience as a Psychiatric RN or Psychiatric NP in a nursing home or similar setting is a plus Benefits (Full -Time Only) Competitive compensation with growth potential Major medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with employer match Paid time off (PTO) Additional comprehensive benefits package
Requirements
- Certified PMHNP (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner)
- Active, unrestricted state license
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience with geriatric or long -term care populations preferred (not required)
- Prior experience as a Psychiatric RN or Psychiatric NP in a nursing home or similar setting is a plus
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow -up visits
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications
- Collaborate with facility staff and family members
- Pro vide compassionate, trauma -informed care
- Document care in compliance with regulatory standards
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with growth potential
- Major medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Additional comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
