Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Spanish Highly Preferred)

The Mental Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 112,839 - 118,294; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Coverage

Retirement Savings Plan

Commuter and Transit Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Provider Incentive Compensation Program

Professional License, Certification and DEA Fees Reimbursement

Job summary

A community health center in Queens, NY is seeking a part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join the team. This role involves consulting with medical professionals, providing clinical care, and participating in case conferences. Candidates should have a Master’s Degree and be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry. The position offers competitive hourly rates between $81.91 - $85.87 and encompasses a mission-driven work environment focused on community health.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing required.
• Licensed as Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry and CPR/BLS.
• Competence in health care delivery is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Consult with MD/Psychiatrist on patients.
• Provide clinical care and medication management.
• Participate in case conferencing and high-risk meetings.

Skills

Bilingual in both English and Spanish

Competence in delivery of health care

Ability to collaborate with other health center members

Education

Master’s Degree

Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry and CPR/BLS

Job description

Overview

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team supporting the Sutphin Health Center site located in Queens, NY.

Responsibilities

• Consult with MD/Psychiatrist/LCSW on patients via eCW, telephone encounter, and/or with patient visits
• Consult with MD/Psychiatrist on medication management, via eCW, telephone encounter, and/or visit with patient as needed to address BH concerns
• Provide clinical care (medication management/psych evaluations) for patients to support efforts to achieve care plan goals, in support of ongoing care by MD/Psychiatrist/LCSW, with referral back to ongoing care with clinical team
• Participate in case conferencing and high-risk meetings with LCSW/MD/Psychiatrist and care teams
• Approval of treatment plans for patients in BH care at Sun River
• Participate in efforts to support Sun River’s primary care and BH integration efforts
• Ensure appropriate transitions of care with external providers, PCP, hospitals, etc.
• Respond to Sun River clinical teams for crisis intervention
• Interviews, diagnoses and evaluates patients referred for psychiatric assessment
• Participates as a team member in conferences concerned with diagnosis and treatment planning
• Writes reports and documentation as required
• Consults with other mental health and medical provider staff regarding treatment of patients
• Prescribes psychotropic medication as needed and monitors its effectiveness
• Provides in-service training to professional and paraprofessional staff
• Reviews case records to monitor quality of care
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
• Must be able to identify and categorize each patient’s age–specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients
• Must be familiar with the process of diagnosing and treating patients with substance use disorder and make appropriate referrals when necessary

Education, Licensure and Skills

Minimum Education Requirement: Master’s Degree

Minimum Licensure: Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry and CPR/BLS

Required Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that nurse practitioners are trained to do and are necessary for practicing in health care centers.
• Competence in delivery of health care to patients (including preventative health education)
• Ability to collaborate with other members of the Health Center in order to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.
• Bilingual in both English and Spanish (orally and written) is preferred

About Sun River Health

Sun River Health is a network of over 40 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) providing primary, dental, pediatric, OB-GYN, and behavioral health care to over 245,000 patients annually. With a dedicated staff of 2,000 doctors, nurses, and health care professionals, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, affordable care to those who need it most. Sun River Health started in 1975 when four African American mothers spearheaded efforts to open our first health center in Peekskill, New York to deliver accessible, high-quality, affordable services to patients in need no matter their race, religion, income, or insurance status. Today, after 45 years of service, Sun River Health is still delivering on that promise to communities across the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island.

Job Details

Job type: Part-Time

Hourly rate: $81.91 - $85.87 / hour

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Life and Disability Coverage: Financial protection for you and your loved ones in case of unforeseen circumstances.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.
• Commuter and Transit Benefits: Assistance with your daily commute to make your journey to work easier.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support and resources for personal and work-related issues.
• Employee Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on various products and services as a valued member of our team.
• Provider Incentive Compensation Program: Quality & Productivity.
• Professional License, Certification and DEA Fees Reimbursement.

Why Join Sun River Health?

• Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a proud network of care that offers high-quality health and social support services to communities in need.
• Professional Growth: We provide opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Supportive Environment: Our culture promotes wellness, inclusivity, and recognition, ensuring a supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Community Impact: Make a difference in the lives of individuals and families by providing quality, affordable health care.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility

Relation to Mission: The mission of Sun River Health is to increase access to comprehensive primary and preventive health care and to improve the health status of our community, especially for the underserved and vulnerable.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Sun River Health provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual preference, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability in each aspect of the human resources function.

Americans with Disabilities Act: Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

Note

The job responsibilities and statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. Sun River Health may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.