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.

PSYCLE ON WELLNESS LLC

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