Elnunu Medical Pc
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP
Elnunu Medical Pc, New York, New York, us, 10261
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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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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