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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in North Carolina


Company : LocumTenens.com


Location : New Hill, NC


Created : 2026-04-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id: ORD-210706-NP-NCTitle: NPDates Needed: April 13, 2026 - May 31, 2026Shift Type: Day Shift; CallAssignment Type: InpatientCall Required: YesBoard Certification Required: YesJob Duration: LocumsAbout the FacilityThe inpatient facility operates a specialized psychiatric unit providing comprehensive mental health services for adult patients requiring acute psychiatric care. The facility maintains established protocols for psychiatric treatment delivery and utilizes modern documentation systems to ensure effective patient outcomes in a structured hospital environment designed for intensive psychiatric services.About the Facility LocationNorth Carolina offers diverse attractions spanning from mountain regions with scenic estates and botanical gardens to coastal destinations featuring beautiful beaches and barrier islands. Visitors can explore cultural landmarks including motorsports venues, science museums, and various historical sites, while outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy waterfalls, lakes, and water activities such as snorkeling and paddle boarding. The region provides year-round recreational opportunities for both families and individuals, featuring everything from racing venues to guided eco tours and fishing adventures along the coast.About the Clinician's WorkdayThe psychiatric nurse practitioner will deliver specialized inpatient psychiatric care for adult patients requiring acute mental health treatment in a hospital setting. Primary clinical duties include conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, managing psychotropic medications, and developing individualized treatment plans while working part-time coverage including weekend shifts from Saturday 8am to Monday 8am. The position requires maintaining on-call availability for PRN shifts during weekdays and weekends, performing patient rounds, and collaborating with nursing staff and multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective care coordination throughout the inpatient psychiatric unit.Additional Job DetailsCase Load/PPD: Variable based on facility volumeSupport Staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative supportPatient Population: AdultsCall Ratio/Schedule: 8am Saturday - 8am MondayLocation Type: On-SitePrescriptive Authority Required: YesGovernment: NoShift Hours: Part time (16 hours)Cases Treated: Acute psychiatric conditionsAverage Length of Stay: Variable based on patient complexity and treatment needsCensus: Variable based on facility capacityMed Checks/Follow-up per day: Variable based on patient needs and treatment protocols for acute psychiatric inpatient care with PRN scheduling flexibilityInitial Evaluation Time: Standard psychiatric evaluation timeframes per facility protocols for comprehensive assessmentWhy choose Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:Precision job matching with proprietary algorithmRapid credentialing with Axuall Digital WalletConcierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialistDigital hub for assignment details