Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit jobs in Levittown, NY

The Opportunity

Mindful Care's Advanced Practice Providers (PMHNP-BC) provide in-depth psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and continuation of services to the patients/clients that Mindful serves. This position requires self-motivated, ambitious Providers who are seeking the flexibility and autonomy of private practice and can work in an active environment. Providers must have the ability to collaborate on a motivated team, high stands of excellent work ethic, and strong clinical skills. Providers focus on medication management, therapy, healthy recovery initiatives, and sustained positive mental health.

• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial and ongoing psychiatric evaluation to patients 12 years of age through the lifespan
• Subscribe to a treatment construct that does not include the use of controlled substances
• Attend clinical meetings
• Participate in department training and follow strict ethical and clinical guidelines
• Demonstrates a patient-first mentality

Candidate Profile

• Master's degree from an accredited nursing program
• Active RN licensed in the state where employed and board-certified by either the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) is required - (new grads are welcome to apply post licensure)
• APN authorization in the state where employed to practice in family health by the Board of Nurse Examiners.
• Active DEA (or application in process)
• Prescriptive authorization
• Sound understanding of all pertinent federal and state regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA
• Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants are required to present a working and established Collaborative Agreement and agree to share the details of the Collaborative relationship OR are prepared to pay the costs associated with Mindful Care procuring a Collaborative MD/DO for you with the agreement that the funds will be reimbursed to you.
• Superior communication, patient/customer care, and leadership abilities
• Excellent organization skills coupled with a team-player mentality
• Desire to work with diverse populations
• LGBTQ ally
• Bilingual is a plus

Position & Schedule Type

• Type: Regular Full Time 4 day, 10 hour shift
• Hours: Set-scheduled is determined during the interview process
• Location: West Hempstead, NY | Type: Hybrid - (3 days remote, 1 day in office)

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $135,000 - $150,000. In addition to a base salary, this position is eligible for benefits (subject to eligibility requirements) listed here: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), FTO, and company holidays to name a few. Total compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to, type of position, location, education level, work experience, patient volume, and certifications. This information is applicable for all full-time positions.