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.