Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry in Galveston County, TX

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in Galveston County, Texas, 77568! About The Position Adelphi is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide after-hours telepsychiatry services to adult patients in Galveston County, Texas. The ideal candidate is licensed in Texas, experienced in psychiatric crisis care, and proficient in delivering services via secure telehealth platforms. Job Quick Facts: Ref: BD-1079-03 Profession: Nurse Practitioner Specialty: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Location: Galveston County, TX Facility Type: Behavioral Health Facility Job Type: Contract | Part-Time | After-Hours Coverage Type: Remote / Telehealth Schedule: After-Hours (Weekdays 5:00 PM 8:00 AM), Weekends, and Holidays Start Requirements: Active RN licensure and completion of BSN Graduate degree (MSN or DNP) with PMHNP specialization Active PMHNP license with prescriptive authority in the State of Texas Current DEA license; DEA-X waiver preferred Minimum 2 years experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings Proficiency with HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms and EHR systems Strong interpersonal and independent decision-making skills Availability during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays Ability to pass background checks and meet credentialing requirements Must maintain malpractice insurance that covers telehealth Access to reliable internet and a private, secure environment for care delivery Responsibilities: Perform remote psychiatric evaluations and establish diagnostic impressions Initiate and manage psychotropic medications based on clinical guidelines Respond to on-demand consults within 15 minutes during scheduled shifts Deliver crisis stabilization support via secure video conferencing Accurately document all encounters in real time within the electronic health record (EHR) Collaborate with onsite clinical teams to ensure continuity and quality of care 1649341EXPPLAT About Adelphi Locums Adelphi Locums, a brand of Adelphi Staffing, provides locum tenens staffing solutions for healthcare facilities across the U.S., connecting them with qualified physicians, advanced practitioners, and other medical professionals for temporary coverage needs.

Location: Galveston County, Texas, US

Posted Date: 8/16/2025