Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility inEastern Massachusetts

LocumTenens.com; Spencer (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join an inpatient team in Massachusetts for full-time, ongoing coverage. You will conduct psychiatric evaluations and manage medications for adults in a hospital setting.

The position is day shifts, 40 hours weekly, on-site, with no on-call or weekend duties. PRN locum tenens support is available with an ongoing need for qualified clinicians.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) for inpatient psychiatry.
• Experience in psychiatric medication management considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adult patients.
• Work daytime on-site, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• No call or weekend coverage required.

Education

Nurse Practitioner license

Job description

This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id:

ORD-225809-NP-MATitle:

NPDates Needed:

ASAP - OngoingShift Type:

Day ShiftAssignment Type:

InpatientCall Required:

NoBoard Certification Required:

YesJob Duration:

LocumsAbout 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 DetailsCase Load/PPD:

10-12Support Staff:

Psychiatrists, NPs, RNsPatient Population:

AdultsLocation Type:

On-SitePrescriptive Authority Required:

YesGovernment:

NoShift Hours:

Full time (40 hours)Cases Treated:

Inpatient psychiatric care;

adult patient populationAverage Length of Stay:

7-10 daysCensus:

Variable