Correctional PMHNP: Compassionate Psychiatric Care

Mediko; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

PT/PRN opportunities

Job summary

MEDIKO is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide high-quality psychiatric care to incarcerated patients at Roanoke City Jail. You will perform assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotropic medication management in a correctional setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, monitor responses to medications, and participate in quality improvement and documentation in

Qualifications

• Current, valid, unrestricted state license, certification or credential to practice (e.g., NP/PMHNP).
• Completion of an accredited PMHNP program with PMH specialty.
• Current DEA registration to prescribe controlled substances.
• Board certification as PMHNP-BC strongly preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years NP clinical experience; at least 2 years in psychiatric/behavioral health; correctional or underserved populations preferred.
• Active CPR/BLS certification; HIPAA knowledge; EMR documentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and risk screenings.
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans for mental health and co-occurring disorders.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per guidelines and protocols.
• Monitor treatment response and adjust med regimens as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention for acute psychiatric symptoms and safety planning.
• Collaborate with behavioral health staff, medical providers, and custody for integrated care.
• Document all encounters accurately in the EMR.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and ethical standards.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Medication management

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

HIPAA/compliance

Education

PMHNP program completion

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

MEDIKO is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide high-quality psychiatric care to incarcerated patients at Roanoke City Jail. You will perform assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotropic medication management in a correctional setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, monitor responses to medications, and participate in quality improvement and documentation in