Bilingual Nurse Practitioner

Bowencsc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A mental health service provider is seeking a Bilingual Nurse Practitioner to join their team. This part-time role involves providing advanced psychiatric nursing care, conducting evaluations, and managing medication for clients. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in nursing, hold a current New York State license, and have experience with both children and adults. The position emphasizes collaborative care and compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited nurse practitioner program is required.
• Currently licensed in New York State as a psychiatric nurse practitioner.
• Experience working with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced psychiatric nursing care within an integrated outpatient program.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications in compliance with standards.
• Provide education to clients on MAT and psychiatric medications.
• Coordinate care with counselors and external providers.

Skills

Bilingual

Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Psychiatric evaluations

Crisis assessment

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Licensed psychiatric nurse practitioner in New York State

Job description

Job Type

Part-time

Description

EMMA L. BOWEN COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER

Also known as

UPPER MANHATTAN MENTAL HEALTH CENTER, INC.

The Emma L. Bowen Community Service Center is seeking a Bilingual Nurse Practitioner to join our team. This position is a terrific opportunity for someone to gain additional experience and make a difference in the lives of our clients.

For over 45 forty-five years, our organization has provided mental health and holistic services in northern Manhattan for families, children, adolescents, and other adults including the elderly in a supportive and caring environment. We also have an out-patient and residential substance abuse program as well as a Therapeutic Preschool for 3-5 year olds.

Upper Manhattan Mental Health Center is a Certified National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site.

For additional information about our organization and programs, please visit us on our website at www.bowencsc.org.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Addictive Treatment Services

Hours: Part-time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• As a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team, and under the supervision of a psychiatrist (if required), the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide advanced psychiatric nursing care within an integrated outpatient program requiring Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) participation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management for adults and adolescents enrolled in services.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, including Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for substance use disorders (e.g., buprenorphine, naltrexone, and other approved pharmacotherapies), in alignment with program requirements and regulatory standards.
• Provide education to clients regarding risks, benefits, and alternatives of MAT and psychiatric medications, and document informed consent.
• Participate in required weekly case conferences and contribute clinical input and collaborating on treatment planning.
• Review and sign required clinical documentation in accordance with OASAS, OMH, and agency standards.
• Ensure documentation is completed in a timely manner and meets regulatory compliance standards, including medication notes, lab reviews, and clinical updates.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory testing related to psychiatric and MAT treatment (e.g., toxicology screens, CMP, CBC, Hepatitis panels, etc.).
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention when clinically indicated.
• Coordinate care with counselors, nursing staff, primary care providers, and external providers to support integrated treatment.

Reports to: Program Director

Requirements

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited nurse practitioner program is required.
• Currently licensed in New York State as a psychiatric nurse practitioner.
• Active DEA Number (NYS)
• Experience working with children and adults.
• Ability to come into the office to complete evaluations for clients prescribed controlled substances.