Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Part-time; 4164-615-A

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan Forgiveness

CMEs/Professional Development

Supervision quality

Career advancement

Generous time off

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement with agency match

Transit/FSA

Life insurance

Training series

Job summary

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Flatbush, NY. The role operates under physician affiliation to deliver psychotherapy, medication management, and wellness services in a community-based clinic.

You will work within a trauma-informed, interdisciplinary team, handle medication reviews, patient education, and crisis intervention, and participate in program development. NY NP license, ANCC, MAT within 3 months, and bilingual abilities are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing or equivalent.
• New York State NP License and Current Registration.
• 1 year experience as Nurse Practitioner.
• Current CPR (BLS) and First Aid.
• DEA registration.
• ANCC Certification.
• MAT certification within first 3 months of employment.
• Ability to assess/de-escalate/intervene in crisis.
• Flexible hours, per program operation needs.
• Bilingual Spanish/English; Russian/English; Creole/English; Chinese/English; Korean/English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review medication regimens under physician supervision, including MAT, and monitor effects.
• Follow up on referrals and respond promptly; collaborate with staff for optimal care.
• Participate in development of new service initiatives, including research and reporting.
• Participate in CCNS CQI and QA projects.
• Track and maintain paperwork for city-funded immunization and flu programs.
• Provide and/or oversee supervision of staff and graduate students.
• Collaborate with the Psychiatrist and treatment team in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Crisis intervention

Psychiatric assessment

De-escalation

Patient education

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

NYS NP License & Registration

Tools

MAT (Medication Administration Training)

Job description

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Flatbush, NY

When you join the CCBQ Team, you will have an impact on the lives of many. For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, and those struggling with mental illness. Our Clinics are community-based which offer a professional and welcoming environment for both clients and staff. The Clinics provide psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacological therapy, as well as individual, group, family therapy, crisis intervention, medication management, case management and collateral sessions. Our staff members follow an approach to health care that emphasizes wellness, recovery, trauma-informed care, and physical-behavioral health integration.

Why you will enjoy being part of our team:

• Competitive Salaries and Benefits
• Educational Loan Forgiveness
• Professional Development (CMEs)
• High Quality Supervision
• Opportunities for Advancement

STATEMENT OF THE JOB

Under an affiliation of a physician, the Nurse Practitioner provides services within the scope of his/her license/certification and according to the professional standards of his/her discipline. The Nurse Practitioner will meet CCNS' requirements for qualitative and quantitative contacts with clients. Including medical evaluations, conducting groups related to wellness and self -management, provides psychoeducation to improve participants understanding and management of specific disorders.

• Review the appropriateness of the existing medication regimen through review of the medication record and consultation with the client and staff to prescribe and/or administer medication, including injectable and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT Services); monitors the effects of the medication on the clients' mental and physical health, including measuring weight, height and blood pressure for clients ages 5 and older for clients who participate in treatment within the agency's substance abuse programs and mental health clinics. Document prescriptions, interventions, weight, height, and blood pressure upon every visit.
• Follow-up on referrals made on behalf of the participant and respond to all referrals in a timely and professional manner, recognizing the need for effective collaboration to insure the highest levels of service provision.
• Participate in the development of new service initiatives, including research, analysis, and preparation of written reports.
• Participate in all CCNS CQI and QA projects.
• Track and maintain paperwork for special programs, such as City funded children's immunization and flu shots.
• Provide and/or oversee supervision of staff and graduate students.
• Works collaboratively with the Psychiatrist and treatment team. Functions as a vital part of an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Always maintain confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Nursing or equivalent
• New York State Nurse Practitioner License and Current Registration
• 1 year experience as Nurse Practitioner required
• Current CPR (BLS), First Aid
• DEA registration
• ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center) Certification
• Apply for and maintain valid NPI number
• Must receive (Medication Administration Training) & become MAT certified within first 3 months of employment
• Possess the skills to appropriately assess/de-escalate/intervene in crisis
• Ability to work flexible hours, according to the needs of program operation.
• Bilingual Spanish/English; Russian/English; Creole/English; Chinese/English; Korean/English speaking preferred.

BENEFITS

We offer competitive salary and excellent benefits including:

• Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)
• Medical,
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings with Agency Match
• Transit * Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Training Series and other additional voluntary benefits.

For more information on our organization, please visit our website at: www.ccbq.org EOE/AA.