What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Ithaca, NY) position at Cordial Health?
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 You'll 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
Requirements
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
Benefits
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 CME's, Paid subscription / access to UpToDate.
Ongoing Collaboration w/ Medical Director, Dr. Mehdi Kazmi, Neurologist & Psychiatrist, Lead Psych NP & Peer Review with Fellow Psych NP's
Compensation for Orientation & Training - Up to 40 hours.
Operational Support throughout
Salary : $156