Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatry

About the Role

We are a fast-growing and vibrant group practice providing psychiatric services in assisted living and long-term care facilities throughout NY and NJ. Our well-respected group has been operating for 14 years, with 35 Nurse Practitioners supported by 2 psychiatrists. The role focuses on psychiatric medication management and supportive psychotherapy, including initial evaluations and follow-up visits onsite at facilities. We treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, cognitive disorders, and dementia with behavioral issues.

Experienced clinicians can enjoy relative autonomy, while new employees or graduates receive extensive support from our clinical staff, including direct collaboration with senior clinicians. You’ll work as part of an interdisciplinary team, interacting with primary care physicians, other NPs/PAs, psychologists, nursing staff, and families.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits at assigned facilities.
• Provide medication management and supportive psychotherapy for conditions including depression, anxiety, cognitive disorders, and dementia with behavioral issues.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including primary care physicians, nursing staff, and families.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation using electronic health records (EHR).
• Engage in direct collaboration with senior clinical staff for case discussions or advice on challenging situations.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted New Jersey NP License.
• PMHNP certification required based on state DEA registration (or eligibility).
• Experience or strong interest in geriatric psychiatry, long-term care, or consult-liaison psychiatry.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Effective oral and written communication in English.
• Basic proficiency with technology, including electronic health records (EHR).
• Strong organizational and documentation skills, with attention to regulatory compliance.
• Ability to provide in-person services at assigned facilities, including travel up to 45 minutes.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, and move between patient rooms and offices throughout the day.
• Full vaccination and booster status may be required in some facilities.

Benefits

• Full-time opportunities with a salaried position and productivity bonus, ranging from $145,000 to $210,000 (based on experience).
• Part-time opportunities paid per patient, with expected earnings of $115–$120 per hour for efficient clinicians.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Malpractice insurance provided.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Low-stress environment with flexibility in hours and no formal on-call duties (beyond reasonable availability for clinical questions).