Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking a skilled Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment at a hospital in Alaska, starting 07/21/2025. This outpatient position involves working Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM. The ideal candidate should have a strong focus on adolescent psychiatry and be comfortable treating a range of mental health conditions including substance abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and eating disorders. This opportunity offers a chance to provide comprehensive psychiatric care in a dynamic outpatient setting, utilizing the Meditech EHR system.

Job Description

• Provide outpatient psychiatric care with a strong focus on adolescent patients
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and develop treatment plans
• Manage medication for various mental health conditions
• Treat patients with substance abuse disorders, PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and eating disorders
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using Meditech EHR
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• Provide patient and family education on mental health conditions and treatments
• Ensure adherence to all hospital protocols and safety standards
• Stay updated on current psychiatric practices and treatment modalities

Requirements

• Must be licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Alaska
• Experience in adolescent psychiatry is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with Meditech EHR is necessary
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse patient populations
• Flexibility to adapt to the specific needs of an outpatient psychiatric setting

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Additional Information

Locum tenens jobs (also known as travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.