Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Part-Time | Manhattan & Bronx, NY
21 Hours per Week | 3 Days per Week
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral health services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and co-occurring mental health conditions.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical team and make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible, part-time schedule.
Position Highlights
Location: Manhattan & Bronx, NY
Schedule: Part-time, 21 hours per week (3 days)
Patient Population: Children and adults with IDD and co-occurring psychiatric conditions
Setting: Outpatient, community-based, and residential behavioral health programs
Key Responsibilities
Psychiatric Assessment & Treatment
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and mental status examinations.
Diagnose and treat psychiatric conditions, including serious mental illness and complex behavioral health presentations.
Prescribe, manage, and monitor psychotropic medications, including medication adjustments and risk assessments.
Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Provide psychiatric crisis intervention, safety planning, and ongoing clinical follow-up.
Educate patients, caregivers, and families regarding psychiatric conditions, medications, and treatment options.
Specialized IDD & Behavioral Health Services
Provide person-centered, trauma-informed psychiatric care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Adapt clinical assessments and treatment approaches to accommodate diverse cognitive, communication, and behavioral needs.
Collaborate with behavioral specialists, physicians, social workers, therapists, and direct support professionals.
Support individuals with co-occurring developmental disabilities and serious mental health conditions.
Participate in integrated behavioral health programs, including OMH Article 31/MHOTRS and OPWDD services.
Clinical Documentation & Collaboration
Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records and treatment documentation.
Ensure compliance with NYS OMH, OPWDD, HIPAA, and applicable clinical standards.
Participate in treatment planning meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
Coordinate care with primary care providers, care managers, and community-based services.
Provide clinical consultation and guidance to interdisciplinary treatment teams.
Required Qualifications
Active, unrestricted New York State Nurse Practitioner license with a psychiatric-mental health specialty.
Board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
Minimum 2 years of clinical experience providing psychiatric or mental health services.
Experience or formal training supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities strongly preferred.
Knowledge of NYS OMH and OPWDD regulations and service delivery models.
Proficiency with electronic health records and telehealth platforms.
Ability to travel between Manhattan and Bronx program locations.
Flexibility for occasional evening or weekend crisis coverage, as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD in psychiatric nursing.
Experience providing psychiatric services to both pediatric and adult populations.
Bilingual skills, particularly Spanish.
Experience in community mental health, outpatient psychiatry, or specialized IDD programs.
Qualified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners are encouraged to apply and learn more about this rewarding part-time opportunity.
For more information and to apply, please contact
Howard Newman
Account Manager, Bond Health Staffing
5824 12th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY, 11219
Office: 1-718-302-0040 ext. 204
Fax: 1-718-302-0070
Howard@bondhealthstaffing.com
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