About the role

We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a locum opportunity in Missouri, starting as soon as possible. This is primarily an inpatient Psychiatry position with a consistent weekday schedule, no call, and a strong behavioral health team. Assignment Details
Start Date: ASAP / October 5, 2026 Nurse Practitioners only
Primarily inpatient Psychiatry ScheduleMonday Friday8:00 AM 5:00 PMOne rotating weekend per month No call No telehealth Practice Setting Primarily inpatient Psychiatry Small outpatient department with occasional coverage as needed WellSky EMRNo trauma designation Patient Volume Approximately patients per day New and established behavioral health patients Patient population may begin around age 12 Majority of patients approximately ages Clinical Responsibilities Inpatient psychiatric rounding Evaluate and manage new and established behavioral health patients Psychiatric medication management Management of medications administered in the inpatient setting Documentation in WellSkySome outpatient responsibilities may be included as needed Support Staff1.5 Psychiatrists4 full-time Nurse Practitioners Approximately 6 providers working during weekdays Weekend coverage includes the locum plus approximately one additional provider
Requirements:
  • Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerBLS requiredCPR required
  • Board Certification / Board Eligibility not required per source
  • Suboxone certification not required
  • Relevant experience may be accepted in place of fellowship training
  • Prior locum/travel experience not required
  • Missouri license requirement was not specified
Ideal Candidate: An experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who is comfortable managing approximately behavioral health patients per day in a primarily inpatient setting.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Senior

Location

St Charles, MO

Occupation

Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses

Industry

Offices of Physicians, Mental Health Specialists

Posted

10 days ago

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