Locum Tenens Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Job – Brockton, MA (02301)
Job Description
About the Role
$3,170-$3,400/week. M-F 8-4. No nights. Inpatient psych. Make a difference. Short-term locum.
Work-Life Balance Factors
No night shifts No weekend work
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and develop individualized treatment plans for patients
- Prescribe psychiatric medications and provide psychotherapeutic interventions in accordance with Massachusetts regulations
- Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and provide crisis intervention when necessary
- Coordinate care with case managers, family members, and other stakeholders to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Requirements
- Active Massachusetts nurse practitioner license (or eligibility to obtain) and controlled substance license
- Demonstrated experience working with vulnerable populations, including those affected by homelessness and substance use disorders
- Deliver independent care or collaborate with supervising physicians as required
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation
- Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $3,170 - $3,400 per week
- Healthcare Setting: Inpatient psychiatric unit at a modern 112-bed behavioral health facility
- Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
- Minimum 2 years of recent experience in inpatient psychiatry or behavioral health
- Inclusive, patient-centered approach to mental health care
Work Schedule
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm (8-hour shifts, 40 hours/week)
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Locum Tenens Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Job – Brockton, MA (02301) at General Healthcare Resources a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Psychiatry nurse practitioner listings evaluated on our platform.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
This Psychiatry position at General Healthcare Resources is open to nurse practitioner candidates.
Nurse Practitioners are among the fastest-growing healthcare professions, with expanding scope of practice in many states and strong demand for telehealth and primary care roles.
Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
General Healthcare Resources lists compensation for this nurse practitioner position at $166k to $177k annually.
This is approximately 43% below the national median for Psychiatry professionals, which is around $300k.
This position also offers production-based compensation: $176800 per weekly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Brockton, Massachusetts.
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Work-Life Balance Score
Job Details
Employment Type
Contract
Posted
2mo ago
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