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Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner

Eligibility
NP
Unit
Psych

Posted Jun 18 · Not open to new grads

What the listing says

Role

Accepts
NP
Experience
2+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
NY nursing median $49/hr

NY nursing postings that state pay run $30/hr to $69/hr, the middle half $41/hr to $58/hr, across 1679 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

About this role

*Job Overview* We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive mental health care to patients. You will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health disorders while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best patient outcomes. Your expertise in psychiatric care will play a crucial role in improving the quality of life for our patients.

*Responsibilities*

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  • Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
  • Prescribe medications and monitor their effectiveness while managing potential side effects.
  • Provide psychotherapy and counseling to patients and their families.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure comprehensive treatment.
  • Maintain accurate medical documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Educate patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
  • Participate in discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-treatment.
  • Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in psychiatric care.

*Requirements*

  • Master’s degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or equivalent.
  • Current NY state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with certification in psychiatric nursing.
  • 2 years experiense working as an independent psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
  • Experience working with treatment resistant depression preferred.
  • Familiarity with medical documentation practices and standards.
  • Prior enrollment with major insurance companies is a plus.
  • Experience or knowledge in family medicine is advantageous.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Commitment to providing compassionate care to diverse patient populations.
  • Professional liability insurance
  • Must have 3,600 hours of collaborating MD experience

Join our team as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. Your expertise will be invaluable as we strive to provide exceptional mental health care.

Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour

Education

  • Master's (Required)

Experience

  • Psychiatry: 2 years (Required)

Language

  • Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute

  • Middletown, NY 10941 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Middletown, NY 10941

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Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour Education: * Master's (Required) Experience: * Psychiatry: 2 years (Required) Language: * Spanish (Preferred) Ability to Commute: * Middletown, NY 10941 (Required) Work Location: Hybrid rem…· from this posting

Requirements

  • NY Nurse Practitioner License

Place

City
Middletown, NY
Median rent
$1,661/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$79,346/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

State price level
8% above the national average

New York index 107.9, where 100 is the national average.

Middletown sits in New York's Hudson Valley, roughly 65 miles northwest of Manhattan. The Wallkill River winds through this small city, which blends suburban convenience with rural scenery. Out-of-state RNs will find a slower pace, affordable housing compared to downstate, and easy Metro-North access for weekend trips to the city.

Map showing the location of Middletown, NY
Approximate location in Middletown, NY. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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About the employer

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Horizons Wellness Family Health NP PLLC
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Horizons Wellness Family Health NP PLLC is a small, privately-owned family medicine and mental health practice located in Middletown, Orange County, New York. Founded and led by Albalira Gibson-Borrelli, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, the practice offers primary care, chronic condition management,…

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