Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage atInpatientFacility in North Carol
LocumTenens.com
New Hill, NC, 27562, USA
- Market Salary: $108,920 - $137,340 p/year
- Healthcare
- Part-time
Competitive locum pay with rapid credentialing and concierge support. Part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) locum; inpatient adult acute psychiatry; on-site in North Carolina; April 13–May 31, 2026; day shift weekend coverage (Sat 8am–Mon 8am) with PRN weekday call. - Active NP license with prescriptive authority
- Board certification in psychiatric-mental health
- Experience in inpatient acute adult psychiatry
- Ability to work weekend 16-hr shifts and be on-call
- Valid credentials for locum tenens (e.g., Axuall compatible)
Full description
This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id:
ORD-210706-NP-NC Title:
NP Dates Needed:
April 13, 2026 - May 31, 2026 Shift Type:
Day Shift; Call Assignment Type:
Inpatient Call Required:
Yes Board Certification Required:
Yes Job Duration:
Locums About the Facility
The inpatient facility operates a specialized psychiatric unit providing comprehensive mental health services for adult patients requiring acute psychiatric care. The facility maintains established protocols for psychiatric treatment delivery and utilizes modern documentation systems to ensure effective patient outcomes in a structured hospital environment designed for intensive psychiatric services. About the Facility Location
North Carolina offers diverse attractions spanning from mountain regions with scenic estates and botanical gardens to coastal destinations featuring beautiful beaches and barrier islands. Visitors can explore cultural landmarks including motorsports venues, science museums, and various historical sites, while outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy waterfalls, lakes, and water activities such as snorkeling and paddle boarding. The region provides year-round recreational opportunities for both families and individuals, featuring everything from racing venues to guided eco tours and fishing adventures along the coast. About the Clinician's Workday
The psychiatric nurse practitioner will deliver specialized inpatient psychiatric care for adult patients requiring acute mental health treatment in a hospital setting. Primary clinical duties include conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, managing psychotropic medications, and developing individualized treatment plans while working part-time coverage including weekend shifts from Saturday 8am to Monday 8am. The position requires maintaining on-call availability for PRN shifts during weekdays and weekends, performing patient rounds, and collaborating with nursing staff and multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective care coordination throughout the inpatient psychiatric unit.
Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD:
Variable based on facility volume Support Staff:
Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support Patient Population:
Adults Call Ratio/Schedule:
8am Saturday - 8am Monday Location Type:
On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required:
Yes Government:
No Shift Hours:
Part time (16 hours) Cases Treated:
Acute psychiatric conditions Average Length of Stay:
Variable based on patient complexity and treatment needs Census:
Variable based on facility capacity Med Checks/Follow-up per day:
Variable based on patient needs and treatment protocols for acute psychiatric inpatient care with PRN scheduling flexibility Initial Evaluation Time:
Standard psychiatric evaluation timeframes per facility protocols for comprehensive assessment
Why choose LocumTenens.com?
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
Digital hub for assignment details
ORD-210706-NP-NC Title:
NP Dates Needed:
April 13, 2026 - May 31, 2026 Shift Type:
Day Shift; Call Assignment Type:
Inpatient Call Required:
Yes Board Certification Required:
Yes Job Duration:
Locums About the Facility
The inpatient facility operates a specialized psychiatric unit providing comprehensive mental health services for adult patients requiring acute psychiatric care. The facility maintains established protocols for psychiatric treatment delivery and utilizes modern documentation systems to ensure effective patient outcomes in a structured hospital environment designed for intensive psychiatric services. About the Facility Location
North Carolina offers diverse attractions spanning from mountain regions with scenic estates and botanical gardens to coastal destinations featuring beautiful beaches and barrier islands. Visitors can explore cultural landmarks including motorsports venues, science museums, and various historical sites, while outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy waterfalls, lakes, and water activities such as snorkeling and paddle boarding. The region provides year-round recreational opportunities for both families and individuals, featuring everything from racing venues to guided eco tours and fishing adventures along the coast. About the Clinician's Workday
The psychiatric nurse practitioner will deliver specialized inpatient psychiatric care for adult patients requiring acute mental health treatment in a hospital setting. Primary clinical duties include conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, managing psychotropic medications, and developing individualized treatment plans while working part-time coverage including weekend shifts from Saturday 8am to Monday 8am. The position requires maintaining on-call availability for PRN shifts during weekdays and weekends, performing patient rounds, and collaborating with nursing staff and multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective care coordination throughout the inpatient psychiatric unit.
Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD:
Variable based on facility volume Support Staff:
Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support Patient Population:
Adults Call Ratio/Schedule:
8am Saturday - 8am Monday Location Type:
On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required:
Yes Government:
No Shift Hours:
Part time (16 hours) Cases Treated:
Acute psychiatric conditions Average Length of Stay:
Variable based on patient complexity and treatment needs Census:
Variable based on facility capacity Med Checks/Follow-up per day:
Variable based on patient needs and treatment protocols for acute psychiatric inpatient care with PRN scheduling flexibility Initial Evaluation Time:
Standard psychiatric evaluation timeframes per facility protocols for comprehensive assessment
Why choose LocumTenens.com?
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
Digital hub for assignment details
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