Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Inpatient
Sheppard Pratt•Towson, MD
•$85,000 - $100,000•Onsite
About The Position
Across both campuses, our specialized programs include six child and adolescent inpatient units and two day hospitals, all dedicated to delivering exceptional care to younger populations. For adults experiencing acute mental health conditions, our Adult Service Line features twelve inpatient units - including Crisis Stabilization, General Adult, and Young Adult units. We also have three adult day hospitals tailored to support transitional care.
Requirements
- Active Maryland Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license.
- Maryland Controlled Substances Registration with valid DEA Certificate.
Nice To Haves
- 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
- An opportunity to provide quality mental health care services in a physician-led organization
- A 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
