Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Plattsburgh NY (Hiring Immediately)

Job Description
We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to become part of our clinical team. We are a trusted provider of comprehensive behavioral health services for residents in nursing homes throughout Plattsburgh, NY. This role is ideal for a practitioner who is deeply committed to geriatric mental health and motivated to enhance the emotional and psychological well-being of older adults.

Requirements
Position Responsibilities

• Perform detailed psychiatric assessments and evaluations for residents in long-term care settings.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that reflect each patient's needs and diagnoses.
• Oversee medication management, including monitoring progress and adjusting treatments as clinically appropriate.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams such as physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nursing staff to ensure a fully integrated approach.
• Provide supportive counseling and psychotherapy to patients and, when appropriate, their families.
• Educate residents and caregivers on mental health diagnoses, medication options, and long-term wellness strategies.
• Maintain thorough, timely, and compliant documentation within the EHR system.
• Participate in case reviews, team meetings, and initiatives focused on quality improvement and best practices.

• Active New York Nurse Practitioner license with certification as a PMHNP.
• Ability to independently manage a diverse patient caseload with strong clinical judgment.
• Proven competence in psychiatric diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychopharmacology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with a focus on patient rapport and collaborative teamwork.
• Proficient in electronic health records and general computer usage.
• A compassionate, patient-first philosophy of care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience ($155,000 - $190,000/year).
• Robust benefits package, including:
  
  
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick days)
  • Malpractice coverage
  • Paid UpToDate subscription
  • Weekly live didactic sessions / CME lectures
• Incentive-based earning opportunities available.
• Both salary and hourly structures considered.
• New graduates are welcome-our Medical Director offers hands-on supervision and structured training.
• Immediate openings.

• Full-time or Part-time opportunities
• Day shift, Monday-Friday (5x8)
• Care settings include:
  
  
  • Skilled nursing facilities
  • Rehabilitation centers
  • Nursing homes
  • Inpatient and outpatient environments
  • Telehealth options
  • In-person care is required