Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) / Bilingual Spanish – Queens, NY
Location: Queens, NY
Employment Type: Part-time
Rate: $68 – $80/hour (commensurate with experience)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) / Bilingual Spanish to join our team at a multi-specialty practice located in Queens, New York. This role focuses on providing comprehensive psychiatric care to patients across the lifespan in a collaborative setting.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Competitive hourly rate of $68–$80, commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits, competitive and negotiable (depending on eligibility).
- Part-time position with flexible hours and days.
- Valuable experience in a collaborative, supportive multi-specialty practice environment.
- Mission-driven work providing accessible, high-quality mental health care to the community.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health from an accredited program.
- New York State Nurse Practitioner license.
- Board Certified.
- New graduates are welcome to apply.
- Must be bilingual in Spanish.
- Proficient in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, psychotherapy techniques, and electronic health records.
- Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, cultural competence, active listening, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including patient interviews, mental status examinations, and medical history reviews.
- Diagnose and manage a wide range of mental health disorders across the lifespan, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, OCD, and substance use disorders.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans incorporating pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, and lifestyle interventions.
- Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications as appropriate, ensuring patient safety and adherence.
- Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medication side effects, and coping strategies.
- Collaborate with primary care physicians, therapists, social workers, and other specialists to ensure integrated, whole-person care.
- Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation in electronic medical records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Participate in case consultations, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Stay current with advancements in psychopharmacology, evidence-based therapies, and mental health best practices through continuing education.