Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner

Company: Atlas Search
Location: Livingston
Posted on: June 16, 2026

Job Description:

Annual Salary: $125k $155k (varies depending on years of experience)

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner who holds dual licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family/Adult/Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (FNP/ANP/AGNP) to join our client s interdisciplinary outpatient team in Essex County, NJ. This role involves providing medication management, psychotherapy, and primary care services to a diverse patient population.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric and medical assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning.
• Provide medication management and psychotherapy services in accordance with best practice guidelines.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on symptoms, medication adherence, and when to report concerns to clinical staff.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with state, federal, and organizational standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to a culture of excellence in care delivery.

Requirements:

• Master s degree in Nursing from an accredited program with specialization as both a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family/Adult/Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (FNP/ANP/AGNP).
• Active and unrestricted NP licenses in the state of New Jersey for both PMHNP and FNP/ANP/AGNP roles.
• Minimum of one year practicing as a PMHNP is preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish is required
• Additional experience in psychiatric care or primary care settings is highly valued.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Atlas Search is a tri-state area recruitment agency, connecting new graduates, Advanced Practice Providers, Physicians and Nurse Leaders to hospitals, clinics, multi-specialty groups, nursing homes, managed care companies, private practices, and healthcare start-ups.

If you would like to learn more about the opportunities we offer, please submit your CV for consideration here.

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