Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry Needed in MD
- ID: 213537
- Updated January 8th, 2026
- Job ID 213537
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Psychiatry
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State MD
- Practice Setting Clinic
- Duration 1 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Maryland, beginning Jan 12, 2026, for a 1-week term. This role offers flexible 6-hour day shifts between Monday and Friday, seeing both children (as young as 5) and adults in an outpatient setting.Job Details
- Location: Maryland
- Start Date: Jan 12, 2026
- LOA: 1 week
- Provider Type Needed: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: Flexible 6-hour day (between 9am-4pm or 10am-3pm), Monday-Friday
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide psychiatric care in-person and, as needed, via telehealth in an outpatient environment
- Prescribe and administer medications and injections in accordance with Maryland regulations
- Manage a caseload of approximately 60 percent children/adolescents and 40 percent adults (patients aged 5-75)
- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes
Additional Information
- Active Maryland license required; bonus if also licensed in DC
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) Certification (PMHNP-BC) required
- Controlled Substances Registration (CSR) and DEA certification required
- Previous experience in psychiatric care across varied age groups preferred
- Ability to work independently and adapt to both in-person and telehealth settings
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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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided