Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

1 week ago

Brooklyn, New York, United States Elnunu Medical Pc Full time

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Paid time off

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

(Integrated Behavioral Health – Family Practice)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our family medicine practice as part of an integrated behavioral health model. This role focuses on the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of common psychiatric conditions in adolescents and adults, working collaboratively with primary care providers to deliver comprehensive, whole-person care.

The ideal candidate is passionate about mental health access, collaborative care, and evidence-based treatment.

Key Responsibilities

Psychiatric Evaluation & Management

  • Conduct psychiatric assessments and diagnostic evaluations
    Diagnose and manage:

    Depression
  • Anxiety disorders

    ADHD

    PTSD

    Adjustment disorders
  • Provide medication management, including:

    Antidepressants

Anxiolytics

Mood stabilizers (within scope)

ADHD medications (per state law)

Refer complex or severe psychiatric cases (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, active suicidality) to specialty care as appropriate.

Behavioral Health Screening & Follow-Up

Administer and interpret standardized tools:

PHQ-2 / PHQ-9

  • GAD-7

    ADHD screening tools
    Monitor treatment response and medication side effects

    Adjust treatment plans based on clinical progress

Collaborative & Integrated Care

Work closely with family physicians, nurse practitioners, and care coordinators

  • Participate in collaborative care planning
    Coordinate referrals to therapy, psychology, or psychiatry as needed

    Communicate clearly with primary care providers regarding treatment plans

Patient Education & Support

Educate patients on:

Mental health conditions

  • Medication use and expectations

    Lifestyle and behavioral strategies
    Promote adherence and shared decision-making

    Provide trauma-informed, patient-centered care

Documentation & Quality

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR

  • Support quality measures and screenings (HEDIS, depression remission/follow-up)
    Comply with state and federal regulations, including controlled substance prescribing

Qualifications

Required

Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

  • Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
    Active state NP license

    DEA license (or eligibility)

    Eligible for insurance credentialing

    Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology

Preferred

Experience in outpatient psychiatry or integrated primary care

Comfort working in a collaborative, fast-paced practice

Experience treating adolescents and adults

Familiarity with collaborative care or primary care psychiatry models

Work Environment & Schedule

Outpatient, office-based setting

Integrated with family medicine

Competitive compensation and benefits

Supportive, team-based culture

Opportunities for growth and leadership

Compliance Statement

This role is designed for a PMHNP practicing within the scope of psychiatric licensure and state regulations. The provider will collaborate with primary care and refer complex cases to specialty psychiatry when indicated.

Why Join Our Practice

Integrated behavioral health model

Strong primary care collaboration

Emphasis on access, quality, and continuity of care

- Community-focused practice with supportive leadership

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