Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Eastern Massachusetts

LocumTenens.com; Spencer (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com is seeking a Psychiatric NP for an inpatient assignment in Massachusetts. The clinician will work day shifts, provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The assignment is ongoing, ASAP start, with no call duties and an emphasis on continuity of patient care. The facility supports an adult inpatient population, with typical daily rounds and a focus on timely treatment planning.

Qualifications

• Active NP license in Massachusetts.
• Board Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health NP.
• Prescriptive Authority to prescribe medications as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations for adults in an inpatient setting.
• Provide medication management and monitor patient response.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, NPs, and RNs to coordinate care.
• Ensure continuity of care during 40-hour day shifts.

Skills

Psychiatric NP

Inpatient care

Adult population

Education

Nurse Practitioner (APRN)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-225809-NP-MA
• Title:NP
• Dates Needed:ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type:Day Shift
• Assignment Type:Inpatient
• Call Required:No
• Board Certification Required:Yes
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This inpatient facility is seeking PRN locum tenens coverage to support its psychiatric service line. The facility maintains a multidisciplinary support team that includes psychiatrists, NPs, and RNs to facilitate continuity of patient care. Clinical operations are structured to deliver inpatient psychiatric services to an adult population with an average length of stay of 7-10 days.

About the Facility Location

Massachusetts offers a diverse range of attractions, from historic landmarks and championship sports venues to scenic natural landscapes including the Berkshires, Cape Cod National Seashore, and Quabbin Reservoir. Clinicians on assignment may explore world-class museums, coastal experiences such as whale-watching cruises, and outdoor recreation including kayaking, hiking, and apple picking across the state. The region carries notable historical significance, with sites tied to early American history in towns such as Plymouth and Concord, alongside cultural institutions, aquariums, and distinctive local dining options throughout its cities and towns.

About the Clinician's Workday

Clinicians in this role will provide full-time inpatient psychiatric services for an adult population, working day shifts Monday through Friday on an 8-hour schedule, totaling 40 hours per week on-site. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and providing medication management within the inpatient setting. No call or weekend coverage is required for this assignment.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:10-12
• Support Staff:Psychiatrists, NPs, RNs
• Patient Population:Adults
• Location Type:On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:Yes
• Government:No
• Shift Hours:Full time (40 hours)
• Cases Treated:Inpatient psychiatric care; adult patient population
• Average Length of Stay:7-10 days
• Census:Variable