Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Ithaca, NY)
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Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide mental health services in long-term care and nursing home facilities. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver impactful psychiatric care to an often-overlooked population.
Why Youll Love This Role
Make a lasting difference by providing essential psychiatric care to geriatric patients
Flexible scheduling: part-time and full-time options available
Local travel with day-to-day variety across multiple facilities
Collaborative care model with medical directors nurses and social workers
Independent practice with supportive leadership no micromanagement
Low-stress predictable work environment (non-hospital setting)
Focus on stable chronic conditions in a supportive care environment
Build meaningful relationships and continuity with your patient panel
Multiple facilities available to match commute preferences
Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications
Collaborate with facility staff and family members
Provide compassionate trauma-informed care
Document care in compliance with regulatory standards
Qualifications
Certified PMHNP
Active DEA
Active unrestricted state license
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Experience with geriatric or long-term care populations preferred (not required)
Prior experience as a Psychiatric RN or Psychiatric NP in a nursing home or similar setting is a plus
Competitive compensation with growth potential
Major medical dental and vision coverage
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off (PTO)
Additional comprehensive benefits package
Robust Clinical Support; Weekly live didactic & interactive CMEs Paid subscription / access to UpToDate.
Ongoing Collaboration w/ Medical Director Dr. Mehdi Kazmi Neurologist & Psychiatrist Lead Psych NP & Peer Review with Fellow Psych NPs
Compensation for Orientation & Training - Up to 40 hours.
Operational Support throughout
Required Skills:
Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments for residents in nursing homes and long-term care settings Manage ongoing psychiatric care including follow-up visits and medication oversight Identify and treat a range of behavioral health conditions commonly seen in the elderly population Initiate and adjust psychiatric medications based on clinical presentation and response to treatment Develop and implement individualized care strategies tailored to each residents needs Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams including nursing medical providers social services and facility leadership Provide guidance to facility staff on behavioral management and psychiatric care approaches Maintain accurate timely and compliant clinical documentation Communicate effectively with residents family members and care teams to ensure continuity of care Contribute to overall quality and consistency of behavioral health services within assigned facilities Qualifications: Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Active and unrestricted New York State Nurse Practitioner license DEA registration or ability to obtain Demonstrated ability to work independently with sound clinical judgment Prior experience in geriatric psychiatry long-term care skilled nursing or similar settings preferred Experience managing dementia-related behaviors chronic psychiatric conditions and complex medication regimens is highly desirable Strong interpersonal and communication skills Comfortable practicing in nursing home and long-term care environments Ideal Candidate Profile: We are seeking individuals who are genuinely committed to caring for the geriatric population and take pride in delivering high-quality psychiatric care to elderly residents. The ideal candidate is dependable driven and motivated to grow within a rapidly expanding organization. The right candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic accountability and a desire to build a long-term meaningful career in behavioral health. This role is well suited for clinicians who are both mission-oriented and motivated by financial growth opportunities. Candidates should be comfortable working autonomously while also valuing collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Strong organizational skills adaptability and the ability to manage a dynamic caseload across facilities are essential.
