Nurse Practitioner

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Acacia Network is a leading human services organization committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed independent practitioner who serves as a primary and/or specialty care provider. The NP works autonomously or in coordination with other health‑care professionals, providing advanced primary and specialty nursing services within the scope of licensure and national standards of care. The NP advocates for policies and practices that benefit the patient and community.

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments.
• Conduct mental status examinations and pharmacological evaluations.
• Prescribe medications, teach clients about side effects, and monitor response to prescribed medications, including ordering of laboratory tests as needed.
• Administer injectable medications as needed.
• Complete all documentation (i.e., progress notes and psychiatric assessments) in the electronic medical record (EMR) in a timely manner.
• Review and provide recommendations for treatment plans.
• Provide expedited services to clients based on risk assessment status as clinically indicated.
• Provide crisis intervention services to clients as needed.
• Communicate with other medical practitioners to coordinate treatment for clients.
• Speak with managed‑care insurance representatives to obtain authorizations for prescribed medications when needed.
• Participate in staff meetings and case conferences.
• Collaborate with primary therapists, clinical supervisor, and program director to discuss client progress and provide input on treatment planning and risk management.
• Maintain an 80% show rate for clients scheduled for regular appointments.
• Provide a behavioral risk screening for new patients and share the findings with the primary care team.
• Provide a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation as requested.
• Provide ongoing psychopharmacological management as clinically appropriate.
• Recommend and provide behavior‑management interventions and function as a member of the rapid response team.
• Collaborate on psychiatric management with the primary care team and attending psychiatrist.
• Participate in inter‑departmental collaborative committees and quality‑assurance and performance‑improvement activities as needed.
• Document clinical activities and maintain documentation of administrative activities.
• Maintain a collaborative relationship with an attending psychiatrist for all clinical activities and seek supervision as needed.

• Active and unrestricted New York State Nurse Practitioner License.
• Active and unrestricted New York State Registered Professional Nurse License.
• Advanced degree (MSN or DNP) from an accredited nursing program.
• Board certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
• Application and/or maintenance of National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Active and unrestricted DEA registration.
• Active and unrestricted DATA 2000 Waiver (buprenorphine), if applicable.
• NYS mandated Infection Control certification (NYS DOH approved; 4 hours, valid for 4 years).
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Must obtain Mandated Reporter training (2 hours) within thirty (30) days.
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• Three years of practical experience in ambulatory care required.
• Sound understanding of all federal, state, and oversight‑agency regulations.
• Knowledge of disease prevention.
• Ability to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment.
• Ability to multitask and function under pressure.
• Bilingual – Spanish strongly preferred.

Acacia Network provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous paid time off, vacation days, and paid holidays to support a healthy work‑life balance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.