Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Long Island

Job Description

We are inviting a compassionate and motivated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our growing clinical team. We proudly deliver high-quality behavioral health services to residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities throughout Long Island, NY . This position is ideal for a PMHNP who is passionate about geriatric mental health and dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Perform thorough psychiatric evaluations and ongoing mental health assessments for residents in long-term care settings.

Formulate tailored treatment plans that reflect each patient’s specific mental health needs and diagnoses.

Oversee and adjust medication regimens based on clinical response and best-practice guidelines.

Partner with interdisciplinary professionals—including physicians, therapists, social workers, and nursing staff—to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.

Deliver counseling and psychotherapy to residents and support families in understanding care plans.

Provide education to patients and caregivers regarding mental health conditions, available treatments, and ongoing self-care strategies.

Maintain compliant, accurate, and timely documentation within electronic health records.

Engage in case conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement efforts to support clinical excellence.

Qualifications

Active New York State Nurse Practitioner license with certification as a PMHNP .

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced clinical environment and manage a diverse caseload.

Strong skills in psychiatric diagnosis, treatment planning, psychopharmacology, and patient assessment.

Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities with patients, families, and colleagues.

Proficiency in EHR systems and general computer use.

A compassionate, patient-centered approach with a genuine commitment to geriatric care.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary : $130,000–$170,000 annually , based on experience.

Comprehensive benefits package including :

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Opportunities for ongoing professional development and continuing education.

Supportive onboarding with supervision and training available through our Medical Director—ideal for recent graduates.

Incentive programs to reward clinical performance.

Immediate openings available.

Requirements

Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications