Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Overview

• Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for diverse adult clientele in a dynamic healthcare setting.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance program policies and strategic planning efforts.
• Flexible schedule across two locations, focusing on adult families and men's shelter populations.
• Opportunity to utilize and enhance clinical and management skills in a supportive environment.
• Engage in crisis intervention and case conferences to address emergent client needs.
• Contribute to incident review and training committees to promote organizational excellence.
• Provide emergency first aid and CPR when required, ensuring client safety.
• Report to the Vice President of Nursing for clinical supervision and guidance.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and prescribe psychotropic medications for clients with complex needs.
• Manage medication regimens and monitor client progress to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
• Participate in case conferences and crisis intervention to address urgent clinical situations.
• Provide guidance and support to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) as needed.
• Collaborate with program managers to develop and implement improvement policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the agency's incident review and training committees to enhance service quality.
• Deliver emergency first aid, CPR, and other necessary interventions during critical situations.
• Perform related duties as assigned to support organizational goals and client care.

Job Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing degree with NYS certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
• Minimum of 1 year experience, with 5 years preferred, in mental health or substance abuse settings.
• CPR/AED/first aid/naloxone certifications or willingness to obtain them upon hire.
• Strong emergency response, interpersonal, and communication skills essential.
• Proficiency in computer literacy and effective writing skills required.
• Bilingual capabilities preferred to enhance client communication and care.
• Commitment to professional development through training and career advancement opportunities.
• Ability to work on-site across two locations with flexible scheduling options.