Part-Time Psychiatric NP — Incarcerated Care Impact

MEDIKO; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 98,000 - 135,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Part-time schedule with fixed day

EMR access and patient education

Full benefits package

401(k) plan

Job summary

MEDIKO is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a part-time, on-site role in Bedford, PA. The position offers $85 per hour with one day per week up to 12 hours.

You will perform psychiatric assessments, manage medications, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care in a correctional setting. The ideal candidate holds PMHNP licensure, PMHNP-BC certification preferred, and DEA registration.

Qualifications

• Current, valid PMHNP license in the state.
• Completion of PMHNP program with psychiatric focus.
• DEA registration to prescribe controlled substances.
• Board certification in PMHNP-BC preferred.
• 3–5 years NP experience; psychiatric/behavioral health focus preferred.
• Experience with psychiatric assessments, med management, crisis intervention, and team collaboration.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA and behavioral health regulations.
• Experience using EMRs and documenting in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric assessments and risk screenings.
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans for mental health conditions.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications.
• Monitor responses and adjust regimens as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention for acute psychiatric symptoms.
• Collaborate with care teams to ensure safety and continuity of care.
• Document encounters and progress in EMR per standards.
• Educate patients on diagnoses and treatment options.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Medication management

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

HIPAA knowledge

Education

PMHNP license

PMHNP-BC board certification (preferred)

DEA registration

Tools

EMR software

Job description

MEDIKO is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a part-time, on-site role in Bedford, PA. The position offers $85 per hour with one day per week up to 12 hours.

You will perform psychiatric assessments, manage medications, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care in a correctional setting. The ideal candidate holds PMHNP licensure, PMHNP-BC certification preferred, and DEA registration.