Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

PSYCLE ON WELLNESS LLC is looking for a passionate and dedicated Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our growing team in Parkville, MD. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients by delivering compassionate, high-quality psychiatric care. If you're driven by purpose and ready to thrive in a supportive wellness-focused environment, we want to hear from you!

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) will provide psychiatric services to children and adolescents in a juvenile detention center setting. This role focuses on addressing psychiatric disorders, behavioral challenges, trauma, and co-occurring conditions to support rehabilitation. The PMHNP will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure medication compliance and uphold professional standards of care.

The ideal candidate is a licensed professional in Maryland with experience working with youth in juvenile justice settings and a commitment to trauma-informed, evidence-based care.

 
Candidate must be open to working three 8-hour shifts per month.
Seeking coverage for Mondays 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments to diagnose mental health conditions of youth at the facility.
• Develop personalized treatment plans using a combination of psychotherapy, medications, and other therapeutic approaches
• Work closely with nursing staff to ensure proper administration of psychotropic medications
• Consult with nursing and behavioral health staff to review Medication Administration Records (MARs), laboratory results, and other medical records
• Complete Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale (AIMS) assessments, with behavioral health staff assisting in tele-psychiatry settings if necessary
• Deliver emergency psychiatric services as needed, including 24/7 on-call coverage
• Provide face-to-face consultations within 1 hour of notification when requested
• Attend clinical staff meetings as scheduled
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education, Licensure & Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing
• Active License in the state of Maryland (PMHNP) - in good standing
• Minimum of 3 years practicing psychiatry
• Previous work experience with the adolescent population as a nurse practitioner prescribing medications is required.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in a juvenile detention center setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet-based systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willing to complete a federal and state background check
• Reliable transportation

Skills & Attributes

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team
• Flexibility, organizational skills, and creativity
• Commitment to ethical practice and high-quality psychiatric care
• Self-sufficiency and reliability in high-acuity environments

Requirements:

• Active Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Maryland (CRNP)
• Board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
• Current DEA license and prescriptive authority
• Experience in psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and psychopharmacology
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

About Us:

PSYCLE ON WELLNESS LLC is a dedicated mental health and wellness practice based in MD, committed to breaking the cycle of mental health challenges through personalized, compassionate care. Our patients trust us to provide a safe, supportive space where healing and growth are at the forefront of everything we do. Our team members thrive in a culture that values collaboration, professional development, and a shared passion for improving mental wellness in our community.