Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Behavioral Health

ACLD•Hauppauge, NY

8h•$150,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

CEC Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide outpatient psychiatric care at its Bethpage and Hauppauge, New York locations. The role is full-time, on-site, and 35 hours per week, with evening hours required. The salary range is $150,000–$170,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. As part of an integrated Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), the PMHNP provides psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and medication management for adults receiving behavioral health services, including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The provider works closely with therapists and support staff to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care. The organization describes its environment as collaborative and mission-driven, with care coordination support and an emphasis on quality rather than high-volume production.

Requirements

Active New York State Nurse Practitioner license with prescriptive authority.
Master’s degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from an accredited program.
Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
Active DEA registration.
Experience or demonstrated ability to work with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative care skills.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner experience is preferred.
Experience in outpatient, community mental health, FQHC, or integrated care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments.
Diagnose psychiatric and behavioral health conditions across the lifespan.
Develop individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices.
Prescribe, monitor, and manage psychiatric medications in accordance with New York State regulations.
Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust interventions as clinically appropriate.
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate integrated care services.
Provide patients and families with education regarding diagnoses, medications, and treatment recommendations.
Participate in quality improvement and compliance initiatives consistent with FQHC standards.