Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry

Job Description

We are seeking a Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in New York. This 10-day opportunity begins on Jan 2, 2026, and features 12-hour shifts with a mix of days and nights; flexibility in scheduling is required. The position focuses on outpatient child psychiatry and requires prior experience in this setting. This is an excellent chance to contribute to psychiatric care on a short-term basis while gaining exposure to a dynamic hospital environment.

Job Details

• Location: New York
• Start Date: Jan 2, 2026
• LOA: 10 days
• Provider Type Needed: Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm), mix of day and night shifts; providers must be flexible to cover shifts as assigned based on coverage gaps

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide outpatient psychiatric care for children with a variety of diagnoses, including:
• Psychotic disorders
• Mood disorders
• Anxiety disorders
• Substance use and dual diagnosis
• Personality disorders
• Adapt to varying day and night shift assignments based on hospital needs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective psychiatric care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and protocols

Additional Information

• Must have child psychiatry outpatient experience
• Active NY state license required
• Board certification in Psychiatry required
• Flexibility in shift work is non-negotiable

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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