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

Job description

About the facility

This adult outpatient psychiatry unit provides comprehensive mental health services to the community. The facility specializes in psychiatric care and requires locum tenens coverage for continuity of patient services. The unit maintains high standards of care with a focus on evidence-based treatment approaches.

About the facility location

Massachusetts offers diverse regional attractions and year-round outdoor recreation opportunities. The state provides access to various cultural activities, historical sites, and recreational amenities throughout the region. Residents and visitors can enjoy seasonal activities and explore the area's natural beauty and community offerings.

About the clinician's workday

The psychiatric nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive mental health services to adult patients in an outpatient setting during day shifts. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, managing medications, and providing follow-up care with no call requirements. The clinician must maintain board certification and prescriptive authority while working part-time hours of 30 hours per week. Documentation and care coordination with the multidisciplinary team are essential components of this role.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 15-20 patients
• Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift hours: Part time (30 hours)
• Cases treated: Adult psychiatric conditions
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Variable based on patient needs
• Initial evaluation time: Standard evaluation timeframes