A nationwide behavioral health organization is seeking a Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment at a respected outpatient clinic in Sacramento, California. This role offers the opportunity to provide compassionate mental health care to children and adolescents in a supportive, team-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits for children and adolescents.
• Manage a caseload of 6–10 patients per day with conditions such as ADHD, MDD, PTSD, and anxiety disorders.
• Provide initial assessments (60–90 minutes) and follow-up appointments (20–30 minutes).
• Prescribe and manage medications as appropriate.
• Collaborate with a dedicated support staff and interdisciplinary care team.
• Deliver on-site care Monday through Friday in an outpatient clinic setting.

Schedule

• Full-Time, Onsite: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts (40 hours/week).
• Caseload: 6–10 patients daily.

Requirements

• Active California APRN license with prescriptive authority.
• PMHNP certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of psychiatric/mental health experience, ideally with child & adolescent populations.
• Strong communication, documentation, and clinical decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: $50–$100/hr.
• Locum assignment with flexible scheduling.
• Supportive clinic staff and structured outpatient setting.

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Pay: $50.00 - $100.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person