Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner One Day/Week

Paycom - ATS; Chalybeate (PA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 135,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

MVP bonus program

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Holidays and floating holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education

Job summary

MEDIKO is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for Bedford County Jail in Bedford, PA. This permanent part-time role offers onsite care, day shifts, and a compensation of $85.00 per hour for up to 12 hours per week across one day.

The position emphasizes evidence-based psychiatric care for incarcerated individuals and close collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients, develop treatment plans, prescribe psychotropic medications, and

Qualifications

• Current, valid PA PMHNP license.
• PMHNP-BC board certification preferred.
• 3–5 years NP clinical experience; 2+ years in psychiatry.
• Correctional healthcare or underserved populations preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• EMR experience in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and risk screenings.
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications.
• Monitor response and adjust treatment regimens.
• Provide crisis intervention for acute psychiatric symptoms.
• Collaborate with care team and custody for integrated care.
• Document all encounters in EMR per standards.
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality and ethics.
• Educate patients on diagnoses, options, adherence.
• Provide on-call psychiatric coverage as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Psychiatric assessments

Medication management

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Education

PMHNP certification / PA license

PMHNP-BC board certification preferred

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Bedford County Jail - Bedford, PA 15522, Position Type: MEDIKO Employee - Part Time, Salary Range: $85.00 - $85.00, Job Shift: Day Shift Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) | Bedford, PA

Salary: $85.00 per hour | Part-Time | One Day/Week up to 12-hours/week - Day Shift

Bedford County Jail

Onsite care

One day/week or One 8‑hour day and one 4‑hour day

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and/or Friday

Wednesdays excluded - no hours available

MEDIKO is not agency, this is a permanent part-time position with a 30-year correctional healthcare company

MEDIKO: Mission driven & committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the communities we serve. Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, support and new opportunities to learn and grow their skills every day. It’s what sets us apart from other healthcare industries and drives our success in the correctional healthcare space.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) provides high-quality, evidence-based psychiatric care to incarcerated individuals, including mental health assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotropic medication management. Working within a correctional healthcare setting, the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team to ensure comprehensive mental health treatment and continuity of care. This role plays a critical part in addressing the unique mental health needs of the incarcerated population while ensuring compliance with facility protocols, legal regulations, and ethical standards.

How YOU can Make an Impact:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and risk screenings to diagnose mental health conditions and determine appropriate levels of care.
• Develop, implement, and manage individualized treatment plans for patients with mental health and co-occurring disorders.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with evidence-based guidelines, clinical protocols, and collaborative care practices.
• Monitor patient response to psychiatric medications and adjust treatment regimens as clinically indicated.
• Provide crisis intervention and support for patients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms, including suicidal ideation or self-injurious behaviors.
• Collaborate closely with behavioral health staff, medical providers, and custody to support integrated care and ensure safety, continuity, and quality of services.
• Participate in mental health multidisciplinary team meetings, treatment planning conferences, and case reviews.
• Document all patient encounters, assessments, treatments, and progress notes accurately and timely in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) per regulatory and facility standards.
• Maintain strict adherence to confidentiality requirements, HIPAA regulations, and ethical principles in psychiatric care.
• Educate patients on their mental health diagnoses, treatment options, and medication adherence; promote patient engagement in their own care.
• Support professional development of nursing and mental health staff by providing consultation, mentorship, and clinical guidance on psychiatric conditions and care approaches.
• Provide on-call psychiatric coverage as assigned to meet facility and patient care needs, including after-hours support when necessary.
• Promote a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and culturally competent approach to mental health care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to psychiatric care, mental health documentation, and outcomes monitoring.
• Maintain professional licensure and certifications and participate in continuing education to remain current in psychiatric and correctional healthcare practices.
• Follow all facility policies regarding safety, infection control, security, and emergency response.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What we Ask of YOU:

• A current, valid, and unrestricted state license (PMHNP)
• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with a concentration or certification in Psychiatric-Mental Health (PMHNP) is required.
• A current, valid DEA registration with authority to prescribe controlled substances, including psychotropic medications, is required.
• Board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) by a nationally recognized certifying body (e.g., ANCC) is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical experience as an NP, with at least 2 years focused on psychiatric or behavioral health care; correctional healthcare or work with underserved populations is highly preferred.
• Experience in psychiatric assessments, medication management, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration is essential.
• Active CPR/BLS certification required (American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines).
• Working knowledge of HIPAA, mental health standards of care, and applicable federal and state behavioral health regulations.
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) and ability to document efficiently and accurately in a fastpaced environment.

Joining MEDIKO comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey (for eligible employees):

• Competitive Pay and MVP Bonus Program
• Benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family
• Preferred Pharmacy Network options
• MDLIVE virtual Provider telehealth options
• Wellness program
• Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Account options with company match
• Employer-paid Life Insurance Policy/AD&D, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability coverage
• Optional Voluntary coverage for Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans
• Paid portion of Maternity Leaves
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including 10 Holidays and flexible Floating Holidays
• Participation in the MEDIKO 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Plan
• Free Continuing Education
• Access to Perks and Discounts at nationally recognized chains, service providers and retailers

EOE STATEMENT:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteri stic protected by law.