Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Overview

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric care and medication management to diverse adult populations in a collaborative healthcare environment.
• Engage with multidisciplinary teams to develop and enhance program policies and strategic planning initiatives.
• Work across two locations, focusing on adult families and men's shelter populations.
• Participate in crisis intervention and case conferences to address emergent client needs effectively.
• Contribute to organizational excellence through participation in incident reviews and training committees.
• Utilize and enhance clinical and management skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Provide emergency first aid and CPR as needed to ensure client safety and well-being.
• Report to the Vice President of Nursing for clinical supervision and professional guidance.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and prescribe psychotropic medications tailored to client needs.
• Monitor medication regimens and assess client progress to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.
• Participate in case conferences and provide crisis intervention during urgent clinical situations.
• Offer guidance and support to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to enhance team effectiveness.
• Collaborate with program managers to develop and implement improvement policies and procedures.
• Contribute to incident review and training committees to uphold service quality standards.
• Deliver emergency first aid, CPR, and other interventions during critical situations.
• Perform related duties as assigned to support organizational goals and client care excellence.

Job Requirements

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