Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Ithaca, NY & Surrounding Areas | Full-Time / Part-Time | Inpatient Settings

Cordial Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated PMHNP to provide high-quality mental health services to residents in nursing homes, assisted living, and long-term care facilities throughout the Ithaca, NY region. This role is ideal for a practitioner with a heart for geriatric care and a commitment to supporting underserved populations with dignity, discretion, and clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental status assessments
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including psychotropic medication management
• Perform follow-up visits and monitor treatment efficacy and side effects
• Collaborate with facility staff, primary care providers, and family members to coordinate holistic care
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory and HIPAA guidelines
• Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings and contribute to care planning
• Identify and respond to mental health crises or urgent psychiatric needs in coordination with on-site staff
• Educate facility staff on behavioral health issues and medication regimens as needed
• Attend weekly clinical supervision and case consultation sessions with Cordial Health's clinical leadership

Required Qualifications

• Active NYS license as a PMHNP
• Board Certification ANCC
• DEA license in New York State
• CPR/BLS certification
• Proficiency in psychiatric diagnostic tools and psychopharmacology
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and clinical decision-making skills
• Familiarity with EHR systems and documentation protocols

Ideal Candidate

• You are passionate about providing compassionate care to older adults and individuals with chronic or co-occurring behavioral health conditions.
• You’re a self-starter who thrives in a mobile and autonomous role, while still valuing team-based collaboration and support.
• You’re drawn to mission-driven work and want to make a meaningful impact in underserved communities.

Why Cordial Health?

• Mission-based care with a focus on dignity, discretion, and impact
• Weekly clinical support and continuing education sessions (CME's applied)
• Supportive administrative team handling scheduling, billing, and credentialing
• Flexible scheduling and autonomy in managing your caseload
• Competitive compensation