Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

LOCATION: MANHATTAN NY

SEND RESUME OR EMAIL TO: ALEXG @ SMITHARNOLD.COM VP PMHNP RECRUITMENT OR CALL 914-774-8202

Join a mission-driven behavioral health organization making a real impact in New York City.

This is a unique opportunity to work as part of an ACT Team serving adults in a Manhattan shelter setting, providing high-quality psychiatric care to a vulnerable population. The organization values flexibility, collaboration, and work-life balance, offering a part-time schedule with strong hourly compensation, no on-call responsibilities, and full transportation support. You’ll be supported by a multidisciplinary team, modern EMR tools, and leadership that welcomes both experienced clinicians and motivated new graduates with psychiatric RN backgrounds.

Title: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Location: Manhattan Shelter ACT Team

Salary + Benefits:

• $85–$100 per hour
• Part-time: 3 days per week (approximately 21 hours)
• Flexible schedule (8:00 AM–4:00 PM or 9:00 AM–5:00 PM)
• Malpractice insurance provided
• 100% employer-paid unlimited MetroCard
• Vehicle available if needed for work duties
• Possible benefits package (based on eligibility)
• No on-call responsibilities

Responsibilities of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner:

• Conduct initial psychiatric evaluations for adult patients (primarily ages 18+)
• Manage and monitor a monthly caseload of approximately 34 patients
• Provide psychiatric care as part of an ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) team
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support patient stability and treatment goals
• Document all clinical encounters accurately using the Foothold Awards EMR system
• Participate in team meetings twice per week at the Manhattan location
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a shelter-based setting

Requirements of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner:

• Active New York State PMHNP license
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
• Eligible for and able to obtain DEA registration
• Experience working with adult psychiatric populations preferred
• Open to new graduates with prior psychiatric RN experience
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, community mental health setting Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.