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Callen-Lorde

NURSE PRACTITIONER PER DIEM

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$114.28 - $142.85/hr

Nurse Practitioner Per Diem Callen-Lorde Community Health Center - Manhattan - New York, NY 10011 Overview Salary Range $114.28 - $142.85 Hourly Position Type Per Diem Description About Us: Callen ...

spectrumhealth

Psych Nurse Practitioner

Haverhill, MA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Valid MA NP - RNCS, Psych-APRN, Psych NP * CPR certificate or obtains certification within 90 days of hire required. * Experience in substance abuse/mental health field or an acute care inpatient ...

SalonCentric

Psych Nurse Practitioner

Haverhill, MA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Valid MA NP - RNCS, Psych-APRN, Psych NP * CPR certificate or obtains certification within 90 days of hire required. * Experience in substance abuse/mental health field or an acute care inpatient ...

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How much do per diem psych np jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for per diem psych np in the United States is $116,355.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $126,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a per diem psych NP?

A Per Diem Psych NP, or per diem psychiatric nurse practitioner, is an advanced practice nurse who provides mental health care on an as-needed or on-call basis, rather than working a regular full-time or part-time schedule. They assess, diagnose, and treat patients with psychiatric disorders, often prescribing medication and offering therapy. Per diem roles offer flexibility and are ideal for practitioners looking for variable hours or supplemental work. This position may involve working in hospitals, clinics, or telehealth settings, depending on employer needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a per diem psych NP?

To thrive as a Per Diem Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you need advanced clinical assessment skills, psychiatric diagnostic expertise, and an active NP license with psychiatric/mental health certification. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, telepsychiatry platforms, and prescribing protocols is important. Exceptional interpersonal skills, adaptability, and emotional intelligence help you build rapport with diverse patients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure safe, flexible, and effective mental health care in a variety of clinical settings.

What are some common challenges faced by per diem psych NPs, and how can they navigate them effectively?

Per Diem Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners often face challenges such as adapting quickly to different clinical settings, managing varying patient caseloads, and maintaining continuity of care with limited shifts. To navigate these, flexibility, strong communication skills, and efficient documentation practices are essential. Building rapport with interdisciplinary teams and staying current with institutional protocols can also help ensure high-quality patient care and smooth transitions between shifts.

What is the difference between Per Diem Psych Np vs Outpatient Psych Np?

AspectPer Diem Psych NpOutpatient Psych Np
Work EnvironmentVaries; shifts at different facilities, flexible schedulingClinic-based, regular hours, outpatient setting
CredentialsRequires NP license, psychiatric certification, and often temporary or per diem credentialsSame as Per Diem Psych Np, with ongoing outpatient certification
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, mental health agencies, often on a temporary basisPrivate practices, outpatient clinics, community health centers

Per Diem Psych NPs typically work flexible, short-term shifts across various facilities, while Outpatient Psych NPs usually have regular hours in outpatient clinics. Both roles require similar credentials, but the employment setting and scheduling differ, catering to different patient care needs and work preferences.

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Infographic showing various Per Diem Psych Np job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,355 per year, or $55.9 per hour.

Nurse Practitioner, Psych PMHNP Per Diem - Multnomah CATC

Telecare Corporation

Portland, OR

$81 - $100/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

414th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

As a senior member of the clinical team, the Psych Nurse Practitioner provides direct psychiatric care and medication treatment to members served, in addition to the recovery focused treatment plan developed and delivered in concert with the multidisciplinary team.

Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP - Per diem, as needed position for coverage

Compensation -

Expected Employee starting wage range - $81 - $100 / Hourly

Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges.  The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed.  Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Science and an advanced degree in a healthcare science as required by the State Licensing program

• Minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience, or its part-time equivalent, working in a program serving persons with mental disabilities 

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

• American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Board Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

• Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner in the State of practice

• Active DEA and Furnishing licenses

What’s In It For You*

• Dynamic, collaborative, and professional team environment

• Provide patient centered care to those in need

• Work with an established mental health company founded in 1965

Join Our Compassionate Team

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

Multnomah Crisis and Treatment Center (CATC) is a subacute 16-bed, 24/7 program that serves as a secure short-term crisis program for adults with persistent and serious mental illness, who live in Multnomah County.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible. 

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Founded in 1965, Telecare is a rapidly growing mental health care company dedicated to making a difference for our clients, the community, and our employees. We offer an array of mental health services to adults with serious mental illness. We partner with public sector entities and behavioral health organizations and have over 155 programs and over 4,300 employees across the country. And we're growing all the time! When you work at Telecare, you help to empower thousands of individuals every day in their journeys of recovery.

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Offices of mental health practitioners

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alameda, CA, US

Year founded

1965

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