Locum Tenens Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Opportunity Near Eugene, OR

We are seeking an experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a Locum Tenens position near Eugene, OR. This role offers a fantastic working environment and ample opportunities for professional growth.

Position Details:

• Profession: Nurse Practitioner


• Specialty: Psychiatry


• Location: Near Eugene, OR


• Start Date: ASAP - Ongoing


• Rate Type: Hourly


• Shift Type: Varied


• Shift Hours: As assigned + call, with some weekend extenders

Job Description:

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  Responsibilities:

  
  
  
  
  • Manage mental health problems and coordinate health and wellness programs for patients.
  
  
  • Adhere to State and Federal rules and regulations, and follow nursing standards of care.
  
  
  • Provide care for adult-only patients, including those with acute and acutely chronic mental illnesses.
  
  
  • Work within a facility that has 13 inpatient beds, alongside 1 MD and 1 PNP on site.
  
  
  
  


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  Skills and Abilities:

  
  
  
  
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  
  
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently with minimal supervision.
  
  
  • Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance at the assigned job location.
  
  
  • Ability to work effectively with various departments and the public.
  
  
  • Proficiency in using a personal computer and relevant software programs.
  
  
  • Commitment to ongoing educational growth and collaborative problem-solving for patient care.
  
  
  
  


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  Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements:

  
  
  
  
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently.
  
  
  • Physical agility to respond quickly to unexpected patient care needs.
  
  
  • Adequate hearing, visual acuity, and color vision.
  
  
  • Fine motor skills, eye-hand coordination, and ability to handle objects.
  
  
  • Ability to use proper body mechanics for patient transfers and ambulation.
  
  
  • Must use standard precautions due to the threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids.
  
  
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and occasionally use a personal computer.
  
  
  
  


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  Not Accepting: Locum candidates

  
  

Certification Requirements:

• Board Certified


• Active Oregon License required

Job ID: j-250001