Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Flushing Queens & Bronx)

Cordial Health, PC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution

Paid time off

Financially lucrative compensation structure

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New York is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide on-site behavioral health services in skilled nursing and extended care facilities. This position focuses on long-term stabilization and continuity of psychiatric care for adult and geriatric patients. Ideal candidates will be board-certified, possess strong clinical skills, and can work independently while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The role offers a financially lucrative compensation structure and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner required.
• Must have strong clinical skills and be team-oriented.
• Experience in long-term care or psychiatric settings preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently while remaining team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for new admissions.
• Manage ongoing medication and develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient care.
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications per guidelines.
• Address behavioral disturbances related to dementia and cognitive conditions.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, primary care, and social services.
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary discussions.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses and treatment options.
• Maintain timely and compliant documentation in the EMR.
• Ensure services meet federal and state regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Ability to work independently

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Independent yet team-oriented

Education

Board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Active, unrestricted state license

Current DEA registration or ability to obtain

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide on-site behavioral health services within skilled nursing and extended care facilities. This position offers a highly structured weekday schedule, clinical autonomy, and the opportunity to manage a stable adult and geriatric patient population in a non-hospital setting. It is a financially lucrative opportunity for a provider who is comfortable practicing independently while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The role focuses on long-term stabilization, medication optimization, and continuity of psychiatric care within a supportive environment.

Requirements

• Board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
• Active, unrestricted state license
• Current DEA registration or ability to obtain
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently while remaining team-oriented

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for new admissions and referred residents
• Provide routine follow-up visits and ongoing medication management
• Develop individualized treatment plans for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and neurocognitive conditions
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications in accordance with evidence-based standards
• Address behavioral disturbances associated with dementia and other cognitive conditions
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, primary care providers, and social services staff
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary discussions
• Educate patients and family members regarding diagnoses and treatment strategies
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in the electronic medical record
• Ensure services meet all federal and state regulatory requirements

Preferred Experience

• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, assisted living, or rehabilitation settings
• Background in geriatric psychiatry or chronic mental health management
• Prior experience as a Psychiatric RN or Psychiatric NP in institutional settings

Benefits

• Financially lucrative compensation structure with strong income potential
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off
• Additional comprehensive benefits based on employment status