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Sun River Health
Brentwood, New York

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Behavioral Health Outpatient (Float / Long Island, NY)

Nurse Practitioner 8.0 Work-LifeFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

Salary Range: $149K–$156

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County.

We are currently seeking a part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team and support multiple sites on Long Island.

Position Summary

A Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides psychiatric clinical services for patients. Performs job duties in compliance with systems and job specific standards.

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule

Monday - Wyandanch, Tuesday - Patchogue, Wednesday - Brentwood, Thursday - Brentwood, Friday - Coram. (Schedule is subject to change.)

Salary Range: $149,068 - $156.283 per year

Sign-On Bonus: $3,500 Sign-On Bonus for Eligible External Applicants – Terms and Conditions Apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Consult with MD/Psychiatrist/LCSW on patients via eCW, telephone encounter, and/or with patient visits
  • Consult with MD/Psychiatrist on medication management, via eCW, telephone encounter, and/or visit with patient as needed to address BH concerns
  • Provide clinical care (medication management/psych evaluations) for patients to support efforts to achieve care plan goals, in support of ongoing care by MD/Psychiatrist/LCSW, with referral back to ongoing care with clinical team
  • Participate in case conferencing and high-risk meetings with LCSW/MD/Psychiatrist and care teams
  • Approval of treatment plans for patients in BH care at Sun River
  • Participate in efforts to support Sun River’s primary care and BH integration efforts
  • Ensure appropriate transitions of care with external providers, PCP, hospitals, etc.
  • Respond to Sun River clinical teams for crisis intervention
  • Interviews, diagnoses and evaluates patients referred for psychiatric assessment
  • Participates as a team member in conferences concerned with diagnosis and treatment planning
  • Writes reports and documentation as required
  • Consults with other mental health and medical provider staff regarding treatment of patients
  • Prescribes psychotropic medication as needed and monitors its effectiveness
  • Provides in-service training to professional and paraprofessional staff
  • Reviews case records to monitor quality of care
  • Must demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
  • Must be able to identify and categorize each patient’s age–specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients
  • Must be familiar with the process of diagnosing and treating patients with substance use disorder and make appropriate referrals when necessary

Essential Job Qualifications

  • Minimum Education Requirement: Master's Degree
  • Minimum Licensure: Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry and CPR/BLS

Required Skills & Knowledge

  • Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that nurse practitioners are trained to do and are necessary for practicing in health care centers.
  • Competence in delivery of health care to patients (including preventative health education)
  • Ability to collaborate with other members of the Health Center in order to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.
  • Bilingual in both English and Spanish (orally and written) is preferred

About Sun River Health

Sun River Health has a rich history of providing quality, affordable health care to communities in need. Founded in the early 1970s by four African American women in Peekskill, New York, the organization was established to address the lack of accessible health services in their community.

With the help of a small federal grant, the first Sun River Health site opened its doors in 1975.

Over the years, Sun River Health has grown into a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) system with over 45 locations, serving more than 250,000 patients across the Hudson Valley, New York City and Long Island.

Our exceptional primary care practitioners, specialists and support staff are dedicated to delivering high-quality care to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay.

In December 2018, Sun River Health expanded its reach by merging with Brightpoint Health, an FQHC network offering integrated medical, behavioral and social support services in New York City. This merger allowed us to enhance our services and continue our mission under the unified name of Sun River Health.

Benefits

At Sun River Health, we are committed to building a personal relationship with our team and supporting you in every way we can. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family,

including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
  • Life and Disability Coverage: Financial protection for you and your loved ones in case of unforeseen circumstances.
  • Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.
  • Commuter and Transit Benefits: Assistance with your daily commute to make your journey to work easier.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support and resources for personal and work-related issues.
  • Employee Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on various products and services as a valued member of our team.
  • Provider Incentive Compensation Program: Quality & Productivity.
  • Professional License, Certification and DEA Fees Reimbursement.

Why Join Sun River Health?

  • Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a proud network of care that offers high-quality health and social support services to communities in need.
  • Professional Growth: We provide opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
  • Supportive Environment: Our culture promotes wellness, inclusivity, and recognition, ensuring a supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Community Impact: Make a difference in the lives of individuals and families by providing quality, affordable health career.

Join us at Sun River Health and be part of an award-winning network of care that has been serving our communities since 1975. We are always looking for skilled and dedicated professionals to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing quality health care to all.

Key Responsibilities

Provide psychiatric clinical services, including medication management and psychiatric evaluations, for patients across multiple outpatient sites. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans and ensure appropriate transitions of care.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree and licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry along with CPR/BLS certification. Proficiency in diagnostic procedures and bilingual skills in English and Spanish are preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Psychotropic Medication PrescriptionSubstance Use Disorder DiagnosisBilingual English and SpanishPatient Assessment

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Behavioral Health Outpatient (Float / Long Island, NY) at Sun River Health a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Psychiatry (NP) — ranked against 2,182 active Psychiatry (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Sun River Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 37 active listings.

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 16% are remote, 56% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$153k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $141k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 8.0
Better work-life than 80% of Psychiatry (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,182 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Brentwood

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$621k≈ 4.2× annual pay
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026).

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Sun River Health

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501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Coverage
Retirement Savings Plan
Commuter and Transit Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discount Program