# Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

**Company:** [Denis Development](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/cLVN62pKZiXppfyBWKiCTD.md)
**Location:** New York, United States
**Workplace:** hybrid
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

In this role, the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner will provide high-quality mental health care to patients across a wide range of psychiatric disorders. Primary responsibilities include performing thorough assessments, diagnosing conditions, and designing effective treatment plans that may include therapy and medication management. You will work within a collaborative team environment, focusing on patient-centered care and advocating for mental health and wellness. Bilingual Spanish speaking PMHNP's already enrolled in Medicaid encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual Spanish speaking candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

## Requirements

-   Perform comprehensive mental health assessments and evaluations of patients.
-   Diagnose psychiatric conditions and formulate individualized treatment plans.
-   Offer medication management and supportive therapy, considering the diverse needs of patients.
-   Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic patient care.
-   Educate patients and families about mental health issues and treatment options.
-   Document patient care and maintain accurate records in line with agency policies.
-   Participate in training and professional development opportunities to stay informed of the best practices.
-   Contribute to case discussions and collaborate on treatment goals for improved patient outcomes.

**EDUCATION REQUIRED:**

-   Master's Degree in Nursing with specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health.

**EXPERIENCES AND/OR SKILLS REQUIRED:**

-   At least two (2) years of experience in psychiatric nursing or a related field.
-   Proficient in assessing and treating a variety of psychiatric disorders.
-   Able to build meaningful therapeutic relationships with patients.
-   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach.
-   Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
-   Proficient in electronic health records and basic computer applications.

**LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:**

-   Board-certified as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
-   Licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in New York State.
-   Current certification in CPR/ BLS.