Locums, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Billings, MT

MPLT Healthcare; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

MPLT Healthcare is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for an ongoing locum tenens opportunity in Billings, MT. The role supports Emergency Department and inpatient psychiatric services with 12-hour shifts and multiple coverage options.

Start anticipated January 2027 or upon credentialing, with ongoing assignment and potential for extended engagement. Shifts include 7:00 AM–7:00 PM and 7:00 PM–7:00 AM, with additional coverage as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric emergency assessments in the Emergency Department.
• Determine appropriate patient disposition, including admission to inpatient psychiatric units or potential discharge from the ED.
• Respond to overnight inpatient needs, including PRN medication requests and seclusion/restraint situations.
• Collaborate with licensed therapists and case managers who assist with patient workflow.

Job description

Locums, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Billings, MT

Job Id: 96450

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner – Locum Tenens, Billings, MT

Ongoing Opportunity | Emergency Department & Inpatient Psychiatry

MPLT Healthcare is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for an ongoing locum tenens opportunity supporting Emergency Department and inpatient psychiatric services. The provider will assist with psychiatric evaluations, patient disposition, and overnight inpatient needs while the facility continues its permanent recruitment search.

Position Details

• Anticipated Start: January 2027, or as soon as credentialing is complete

• Assignment Duration: Ongoing

• Coverage Type: Locum Tenens

• Shift Length: 12-hour shifts

• Shift Options: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 7:00 PM–7:00 AM

Required Coverage

• Monday nights: 7:00 PM–7:00 AM

• Sunday days: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

• Additional intermittent coverage for provider vacations and sick calls across all shifts

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric emergency assessments in the Emergency Department.

• Determine appropriate patient disposition, including admission to inpatient psychiatric units or potential discharge from the ED.

• Respond to overnight inpatient needs, including PRN medication requests and seclusion/restraint situations.

• Collaborate with licensed therapists and case managers who assist with patient workflow.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Ongoing assignment with potential for an extended engagement.

• Consistent weekly coverage needs.

• Opportunity to support both emergency and inpatient psychiatric services.

• Additional shifts may be available for vacation and sick-call coverage.