Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry Needed in NY

  • ID: 213176
  • Updated December 22nd, 2025

  • Job ID 213176
  • Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry
  • Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
  • Specialty Psychiatry
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State NY
  • Practice Setting Mental Health
  • Duration 2 Days
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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in New York. This position starts on Dec 24, 2025, and spans a 2-week contract. The schedule is Wednesdays from 3 to 5 pm, with a possibility of extension and additional hours in February. The provider will travel to patients' homes or residences to conduct psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and prescriptive services.

Job Details
  • Location: New York
  • Start Date: Dec 24, 2025
  • LOA: 2 weeks
  • Provider Type Needed: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
  • Schedule: Wednesdays, 3 pm to 5 pm; large chance of extension and additional hours come February if all works out

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Drive to patients' homes or current place of residency
  • Conduct psychiatric evaluations
  • Provide medication management and prescriptive services
  • Document patient encounters and services provided

Additional Information
  • Must hold an active NY license
  • Required board certification: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) Certification (PMHNP-BC)
  • Relevant experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is required

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

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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