Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Natick, Massachusetts

Job description

About the facility

This inpatient facility is seeking a psychiatric nurse practitioner for locum tenens coverage to support continuity of care for adult patients. The facility operates with established clinical protocols to support inpatient psychiatric services within a structured treatment environment. Coverage is needed on a PRN basis during the June through August period.

About the facility location

Natick, Massachusetts offers residents and visitors access to a range of recreational and cultural opportunities. The surrounding region features parks, walking trails, and community amenities that support an active lifestyle. The area provides convenient access to shopping, dining, and regional attractions throughout the greater MetroWest area.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician will provide inpatient psychiatric care for adult patients during full-time day shifts, managing up to 10 patients per day. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing medications for patients receiving inpatient psychiatric care.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 7-10
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: Inpatient psychiatric care
• Average length of stay: Variable
• Census: Variable