Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Tompkins

The Children's Home; Town of Ithaca (NY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 141,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance with

Job summary

The Children’s Home in Ithaca, NY seeks a Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join the Youth ACT Team. You will prescribe medications, coordinate with the team, and ensure safe pharmacologic care for youth up to age 21.

You will train staff on psychiatric conditions, participate in team meetings, and provide ongoing assessments, treatment planning, and psychopharmacology services. Hybrid in-office schedule 2–4 days per week in Ithaca.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing with specialization in psychiatric/mental health.
• New York State NP license required.
• DEA license required.
• 3600 hours of practice strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Youth ACT interdisciplinary team and external healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive care.
• Educate and train team members on psychiatric conditions and treatment strategies.
• Provide supervision to support staff development and medication management.
• Conduct thorough psychiatric and medical assessments and provide appropriate treatment interventions.
• Offer ongoing psychiatric services, including assessments and psychopharmacology, to youths and families.

Skills

Psychiatric care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Staff training

Assessment & medication management

Communication with families

Education

MSN in psychiatric/mental health

New York NP license

DEA License

3600 hours preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency.

$98-102 an hour

Part Time - 26 hours per week

Office is in Ithaca (Tompkins County), covering Tioga-Tompkins

In office 2-4 days per week

Position Summary

As a key member of the Youth Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team, the Psychiatrist plays an essential role in prescribing medications, coordinating with the team, and collaborating with other professionals to ensure the safe and effective use of medications. This position also supports youth and families while educating the team on medication management and health-related issues. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive psychiatric services, including assessment, evaluation, treatment, and psychopharmacology. Additionally, the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner offers consultation to families and provides training for staff regarding specific disorders, medication concerns, and treatment strategies. The. As part of the clinical team, they contribute to the interdisciplinary approach, provide staff training, and oversee medication management within the Youth ACT program.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Youth ACT interdisciplinary team and external healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive care
• Educate and train team members on psychiatric conditions, medication side effects, and treatment strategies
• Provide training and supervision to support staff development and effective medication management
• Conduct thorough psychiatric and medical assessments and provide appropriate treatment interventions
• Offer ongoing psychiatric services, including assessments, treatment planning, and psychopharmacology, to support youth and families in achieving their goals
• Actively participate in clinical and interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing expertise in psychiatric care and treatment planning
• Build trusting relationships with families to foster open communication regarding medication use and related concerns
• Adhere to New York State (NYS) practice requirements and ensure all clinical activities comply with regulatory standards

Requirements

Education

• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization in psychiatric/mental health. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) in psychiatric/mental health required
• License to practice in the state of New York required
• DEA License required
• Completed 3600 hours of practice strongly preferred

Experience

• Experience as a psychiatric clinic nurse specialist and/or psychiatric nurse practitioner preferred
• Capacity to participate in the principles and practices of the inter-disciplinary team approach is preferred
• Previous experience in prescribing psychotropic medications to child/adolescent population based upon multiple diagnoses required
• Ability to perform psychiatric evaluations on children ages 10-21, diagnose according to the DSM-IV-TR, participate in and make recommendations to the treatment teams, initiate and prescribe medication treatment based on diagnoses and re-evaluate conditions and medications required
• Proficiency in psychopharmacology is crucial, with a commitment to adhering to New York State practice requirements and regulatory standards is essential to ensure compliance and uphold the integrity of clinical activities required
• Use of computers and telecommunications to input assessments and progress notes in the agency electronic health record required
• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required

BenefitsBenefits Available To All Staff

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
• Opportunities for Professional Development

Full Time Benefits

• Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
• 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
• PTO plus 9 paid holidays
• Childcare Reimbursement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
• Life Insurance

EEO Statement

Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.