Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Inpatient

Sheppard Pratt Careers • Towson, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides direct psychiatric care through evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, including prescribing and managing medications. Patients are treated within the hospital setting, where the nurse practitioner conducts admission assessments, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides both individual and group therapies. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the nurse practitioner plays a critical role in supporting stabilization, recovery, and continuity of care.

Requirements

• Active Maryland Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license.
• Maryland Controlled Substances Registration with valid DEA Certificate.
• Minimum three years of experience preferred, including training and practical experience in an acute psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychiatric evaluations, admission physicals, and diagnostic assessments.
• Initiate and coordinate individualized treatment plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Prescribe and manage medications, ordering tests and adjusting treatment as needed.
• Provide individual and group therapy to support patient progress.
• Monitor patient outcomes, document care accurately, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to a culture of excellence in care.
• Serve as a mentor to junior staff, modeling best practices and supporting professional growth.

Benefits

• Opportunity to provide quality mental health care services in a physician-led organization
• Commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program for benefit eligible positions
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefits eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Flexible scheduling
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for student loan forgiveness for benefit eligible positions
• Grand rounds, CME opportunities, and on-site lectures.
• An opportunity work with trainees including medical students, residents, and fellows.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed