Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

CGS Administrators, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 117,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Guardian Services in Bronx, NY seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for Child & Adolescent care under a contract. You will conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnose conditions, and manage medications for youth in foster care and residential programs.

The role requires at least two years prescribing meds to youths, NY NP license in psychiatry, DEA registration, and the ability to work evenings and on-site across three Bronx locations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) required.
• Current NY State Nurse Practitioner license with psychiatric certification.
• DEA registration active in NY.
• Minimum 2 years prescribing psychiatric meds to children/adolescents.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnosis and med management skills.
• Experience with electronic health records and precise documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; team-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and with a multidisciplinary team.
• Evening hours and on-site availability at residential programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations for children/adolescents and annual assessments.
• Diagnose psychiatric/behavioral conditions and develop treatment plans.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications; assess efficacy and side effects.
• Provide crisis assessments and appropriate level-of-care recommendations.
• Collaborate with clinicians, social workers, nurses, and foster care teams.
• Engage families and caregivers to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in EHRs within five business days.
• Participate in weekly supervision and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Ensure HIPAA/ACS/OCFS compliance and trauma-informed care across sites.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Medication management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

MSN (Master's in Nursing)

New York NP license – Psychiatric nursing

Active DEA registration

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

1780
1780 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10457, USA

• Pay or shift range: $80 USD to $100 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Contract)

Catholic Guardian Services

We provide help, create hope, and preserve dignity.

As one of the largest human services agencies in New York, Catholic Guardian Services (CGS) offers a variety of programs and services addressing child welfare, family support, developmental disabilities, immigration, and mental health needs.

www.catholicguardian.org

Position Information

Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner – Child & Adolescent (Contract)

Program: Article 29i – Health Services

Location: Bronx, NY

Schedule: Contracted, minimum 10 hours per week; flexibility for some evening hours required

Compensation: $85–$100 per hour, depending on experience

General Responsibilities

Catholic Guardian Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral health services to children and adolescents in our foster care and residential programs.

In this role, you will conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnose behavioral health conditions, provide medication management, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support the emotional and mental well-being of youth ages 5 and older.

This is an excellent opportunity for a psychiatric nurse practitioner who is passionate about working with vulnerable youth in a supportive, collaborative, and trauma-informed environment.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, initial and annual assessments, and follow-up consultations for children and adolescents.

Diagnose psychiatric and behavioral health conditions and develop appropriate treatment recommendations.

Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications, including evaluating effectiveness and potential side effects.

Provide crisis assessments, psychiatric consultations, and recommendations for appropriate levels of care.

Collaborate with clinical staff, social workers, nurses, foster care teams, residential staff, and other healthcare professionals.

Work closely with families, foster parents, and caregivers to promote continuity of care and positive treatment outcomes.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in electronic health records, submitting evaluations within five business days.

Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical discussions, and weekly supervision with the agency psychiatrist.

Ensure compliance with HIPAA, ACS, OCFS, and applicable regulatory and organizational standards.

Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed psychiatric care to youth across three Bronx residential locations and within the foster care community.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN).

Current New York State Nurse Practitioner license with certification in psychiatric nursing.

Active DEA registration with the New York State Department of Health.

Minimum of two years of professional experience prescribing psychiatric medications to children and adolescents, with an emphasis on diagnosis.

Strong psychiatric assessment, diagnostic, and medication management skills.

Experience using electronic health records and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Availability to work some evening hours and provide on-site psychiatric services at residential program locations.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the child welfare and foster care systems.

Experience providing trauma-informed psychiatric care to children and adolescents.

Availability for occasional weekend hours and on-call psychiatric consultation.

What Do You Bring to the Table?

A passion for improving the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents.

A compassionate, patient-centered approach to psychiatric treatment.

Strong clinical judgment and the ability to respond effectively to complex behavioral health needs.

A commitment to cultural sensitivity, collaboration, and trauma-informed care.

Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage clinical responsibilities across multiple settings.

What Do We Bring to the Table?

At Catholic Guardian Services, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families while working alongside dedicated professionals.

We offer:

Competitive hourly compensation of $85–$100.

A flexible contracted schedule with a minimum of 10 hours per week.

A collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team.

Opportunities to provide meaningful psychiatric care to underserved youth.

A mission-driven environment focused on improving outcomes for children and families.

Join Catholic Guardian Services and help us create hope, promote healing, and make a lasting impact in the lives of the youth we serve.

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