Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in California

$262k/yr Locum Tenens In-PersonPosted yesterday

Role Snapshot

Schedule: Locum Tenens
Salary basis: Annual salary, $262k/yr
Work mode: In person
Setting: Inpatient

About this role

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: California Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: 11/23/2026 About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in California! Our client in California is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry for a 60-day assignment. This role involves general forensic psychiatry within an inpatient IST forensic unit, where you will condu…

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California median

$207k

National median

$172k

California listings advertise 20% more than the national median

This position's advertised pay ($262k to $262k) is above the California median.

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LocumJobsOnline is hiring for this PMHNP position. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners play a critical role in addressing the growing demand for mental health services across the United States. This employer is actively seeking qualified candidates to join their team.

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