Locum Tenens: Geriatric Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed (Near Pittsfield, MA)
Are you a dedicated and experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity in a growing community near Pittsfield, MA? We're actively searching for three skilled NPs to join our team and provide vital geriatric psychiatric care on a scheduled clinical hours only basis (ASAP - Ongoing).
This locum tenens position offers a temporary assignment with a potential transition to permanent status, allowing you to contribute to exceptional patient care while managing your workload effectively. We welcome applications from Massachusetts state-licensed NPs only.
What We Offer:
- Rewarding & Specialized Practice: Utilize your expertise in geriatric psychiatry to manage the mental health needs of a growing geriatric inpatient population within our 120-bed unit (caseload of up to 12 patients per shift). This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans for older adults experiencing a variety of mental health conditions.
- Predictable Schedule with Work-Life Balance: This locum tenens role offers a defined schedule with no on-call responsibilities or weekend coverage (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm). You will be responsible for providing written sign-outs for overnight and weekend coverage by on-call providers.
- Streamlined Credentialing Process (for qualified candidates): We understand the importance of timely care and will work diligently to facilitate temporary privileges for qualified applicants with a clean history (estimated timeframe of 30-45 days).
- Supportive Team Collaboration: Partner with other NPs, physicians, nurses, social workers, and therapists to deliver comprehensive care for your patients. Our facility is stroke-certified, ensuring access to advanced stroke care when needed.
- Advanced Technology & Resources: Utilize the Cerner electronic medical record (EMR) system to enhance efficiency in documentation and communication.
- Multi-Provider Environment: We encourage collaboration within a supportive environment, welcoming multiple locum tenens NPs to contribute their expertise.
Qualifications:
- Board-eligible or board-certified in Psychiatric Mental Health with a geriatric psychiatry fellowship is required.
- Active medical license in Massachusetts (MA) only is mandatory.
- Current certification in BLS is essential.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in geriatric psychiatry, with at least half of that experience in an inpatient setting, is preferred.
- Experience in child and adolescent psychiatry is a plus.
- The ability to work efficiently and effectively in a team environment, demonstrating sound judgment and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- A commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality, patient-centered care.
Additional Information:
- This location offers a unique opportunity to practice geriatric psychiatry in a growing community near Pittsfield, MA.
- We value a collaborative work environment and a commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients.
- If you're a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner passionate about geriatric mental health, enjoys predictable hours, and has the flexibility to contribute to a growing team, we encourage you to apply!
Schedule:
- Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (with no on-call responsibilities or weekend coverage).
To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter expressing your interest in this opportunity.
Job ID: j-229392
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