Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry Needed in MA

Job Description

Our client in Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner for a 2-day assignment starting May 26, 2026. This role involves 9am-1pm shifts, where you will conduct physicals, patient bios, and manage existing patient check-ins. Key responsibilities include daily patient intakes (between 45-75 minutes, 90 max), existing patient check-ins (10-15 minutes), and potentially changing medications or SSRIs. The provider may also need to perform brief physicals to ensure patient safety, focusing on psych evals, medication management, and weekly patient follow-ups.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Starting the day with physicals and patient bios.
• Existing patient check-ins.
• Daily patient intakes (Between 45-75 minutes, 90 max).
• Daily existing patient check-ins (10-15 minutes).
• Provider may need to change medications and SSRIs.
• Provider may need to conduct brief physicals to ensure patient is safe to be there.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Psychiatry
• EMR: Kipu
• Shift hours: 9am-1pm
• Type of cases: Psych eval, medication management, weekly check-ins. It is possible to combine the H&P and nursing assessment.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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