NURSE PRACTITIONER
Company: Family Service League Inc.
Location: Bay Shore
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Established in 1926, Family
Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and
communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and
essential human services with more than 60 social service programs
in over 20 locations. SCHEDULE: Program Hours: Monday-Friday
9am-5pm Flexible schedule and hours SUMMARY Family Service League
is seeking a part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for the
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program, which provides
behavioral health services to adults who have been diagnosed with a
severe and persistent mental illness. The ACT program is comprised
of a multi-disciplined team including skilled staff in psychiatry,
nursing, and social work. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will
be given an agency vehicle to use for ongoing home visits with the
clients. Travel is required. RESPONSIBILITIES The Psychiatric Nurse
Practitioner will prescribe and revise medical regimens. Interpret
findings and plans of care according to collaborative practice
agreements and protocols in designated areas. Administer and
monitor medications, including injectable medication. The
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide medical assessments and
vitals for consumers in the community. Conduct health assessments
of adults with potential, acute, and/or chronic health problems.
Initiate referrals to specialty services and foster continuity of
care. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will initiate selected
therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultation, and laboratory
examinations. Provide patients and their family members with
education and counseling in the areas of health promotion,
maintenance, and disease prevention. Participate in team meetings
and conferences to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to primary
health care delivery. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will serve
as liaison between the patient and the community, and act as a
health care advocate. Identify quality improvement issues and
document standards of care and practice. Maintain a current level
of knowledge relative to professional practice. Act as a resource
to staff and implement educational programs. Participate in the
evaluation of the cost effectiveness of services provided. All
other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Master's Degree from a
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Program required. Current license to
practice as a Registered Professional Nurse and a Psychiatric Nurse
Practitioner in New York State required. National Board Psychiatric
Certification. Candidate must possess a collaborative practice
agreement with a physician and designated protocols, both filed
with the New York State Department of Education. At least 1 year of
clinical experience in a behavioral health setting required.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required;
experience with an EMR is preferred. Excellent time management,
interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills
required. Valid and clean New York State Driver’s License required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position requires sitting for long
periods of time and travelling to conduct home visits.
Keywords: Family Service League Inc., Freeport , NURSE PRACTITIONER, Healthcare , Bay Shore, New York
