Job Description

We are actively recruiting a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our expanding behavioral health team in Middletown, NY . As a trusted provider of mental health services within skilled nursing and long-term care settings, we are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality psychiatric care to older adults.

This role is ideal for a clinician who values geriatric mental health and is dedicated to enhancing the emotional and psychological well-being of elderly patients.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Perform thorough psychiatric assessments and mental status evaluations for residents in nursing homes.

• Establish accurate diagnoses and design personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs.

• Provide ongoing medication management, making timely adjustments based on clinical progress.

• Work collaboratively with physicians, psychologists, social workers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care.

• Deliver supportive counseling and psychotherapy to patients and their families.

• Educate residents and caregivers about psychiatric conditions, treatment options, and practical self-management strategies.

• Maintain precise and compliant documentation within the electronic health record (EHR) system.

• Participate in case reviews, interdisciplinary meetings, and quality-improvement initiatives that strengthen clinical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active New York State Nurse Practitioner license with certification as a Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) .

• Ability to work independently while managing a consistent caseload.

• Strong diagnostic abilities and familiarity with psychopharmacology and evidence-based treatment approaches.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with patients, families, and care teams.

• Proficiency in electronic health records and basic computer applications.

• A compassionate, patient-focused approach to behavioral healthcare.
  

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with experience: $130,000–$170,000 per year .

• RVU-based compensation structure recognizing productivity, quality, and clinical excellence.

• Full benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.

• Paid time off, holidays, and additional leave benefits.

• Opportunities for continuing education and ongoing professional development.

• Supportive supervision for new PMHNPs—our Medical Director provides training and mentorship.

• Performance incentives and additional rewards for clinical achievement.

• Immediate onboarding available.

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