Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Seattle, WA, 98101, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- Mental Health NP
- Inpatient Psychiatry
The Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position is a locum tenens role at an inpatient psychiatric facility in Seattle, providing care for adults with serious mental illnesses. The full-time assignment runs from January to May 2026 with no weekend or on-call duties, supported by a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must hold an active Washington license or be IMLC eligible, with inpatient psychiatric experience preferred.
Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Inpatient Psychiatry January May 2026 Washington State
Ascend Medical is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens opportunity at an inpatient psychiatric facility in Seattle, Washington.
Position Details:
- Setting: Inpatient Psychiatry
- Patient Population: Adults with mental illness (including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and bipolar disorder)
- Facility Size: 70 beds
- Census: Approximately 12 patients per shift
- Admissions: 3 4 per week
- Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 4:00 PM (Full-time, 40 hours/week)
- Call/Weekends: None
- Support Staff: Dedicated social worker, court evaluator, and on-site pharmacy
Assignment Details:
- Start Date: January 1, 2026
- Duration: Through May 2026 (with potential for extension)
- Credentialing: days
Requirements:
- Active Washington license or IMLC eligibility
- Previous inpatient psychiatric experience preferred
If you re passionate about behavioral health and interested in a stable, supportive locum assignment, we d love to hear from you.




