Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Weekend Only (Full-Time with Benefits)Location: Southbridge & Webster, MA (Hybrid: Onsite 1-2 days per week)Schedule: Weekends Only Full-Time Friday 5 PM - Monday 7 AMSetting: Inpatient Psychiatric & Consult Liaison ServicesPosition Summary:A leading healthcare organization in Central Massachusetts is seeking a full-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join its inpatient psychiatric and consult liaison teams. This role offers a weekend-only schedule with the benefits and stability of full-time employment. It is ideal for experienced psychiatric NPs looking to maintain a meaningful clinical practice while enjoying flexibility and a collaborative team environment.Clinical Responsibilities:The PMHNP will provide care across three key areas:Adult Psychiatric Unit (APU): 24-bed general adult psychiatry inpatient unitCo-Occurring Disorders Unit (CDU): 16-bed unit focused on dual diagnoses (psychiatric and substance use)Consult Liaison (C/L) Service: Provides psychiatric consultation for patients in medical/surgical and ICU settingsKey Duties Include:Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and physical examsDevelop differential diagnoses and individualized treatment plansCollaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to manage careProvide medication management and prescribe within scope of licensure (Schedules II-VI)Participate in consult service coverage on an alternating weekend basisDocument clinical findings, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record (Epic)Provide patient and family education and coordinate discharge planningMaintain availability for phone consultation when not onsitePosition Highlights:Full-time, weekends only (Friday evening to Monday morning)Benefits-eligible with vacation (4 weekends per year)Workload: Max census of 20 patients/day + consults, shared with another NPSchedule: Onsite approx. 12 hours/day; remote availability as neededSupportive team: MD backup and on-site ED support availableCollaborative environment: Includes psychiatrists, social workers, nurses, and cliniciansQualifications:Required:Master's or Doctoral degree in NursingGraduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with board certification as a PMHNPCurrent Massachusetts APRN license with prescriptive authorityMinimum 1 year of inpatient psychiatry or consult liaison experiencePreferred:3-5 years of psychiatric NP experienceCore Competencies:Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skillsAbility to work independently and collaborativelyExcellent communication and documentation abilitiesFamiliarity with Epic EMR or similar systemsWorkplace Culture:We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment where every team member contributes to a culture of compassion, teamwork, and excellence. We welcome professionals who share these values and are committed to patient-centered care.Equal Opportunity EmployerWe are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
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