Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatry, Per Diem - Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center

Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatry, Per Diem
- Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center

Newton, NJ, United States (Hybrid)

Atlantic Health is Seeking a Per Diem Nurse Practitioner for Psychiatry in Newton, New Jersey

Atlantic Health, one of New Jersey's largest non-profit healthcare networks, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join the Department of Psychiatry at Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center. As a Nurse Practitioner for the Department of Psychiatry, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis intervention services. The ideal candidate should possess at least 2 years of psychiatric experience, however new graduates are welcome to apply.

In this position, the NP will have the flexibility to choose the number of shifts they wish to undertake, along with the option to work inpatient, outpatient, or a combination of both settings.

• Graduated from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
• ANCC certified
• ACLS and BLS certification required
• 2 years of psychiatry experience preferred
• Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan:
  Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Note:

In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

At Atlantic Behavioral Health, we know behavioral health plays a significant role in the healing process – not just for patients dealing with mental health disorders or substance abuse, but also for those recovering from injuries, surgeries, diseases, and other conditions. We help them cope with the stress and emotional challenges caused by such physical ailments. Our behavioral health team features highly trained psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed clinicians.

We provide a variety of mental health services on an inpatient and outpatient basis, including intensive outpatient programs.

• Job Identification 30429
• Job Category Adv Prac(NPrac/Phy As/CNS/CRNA)
• Posting Date 07/21/2026, 10:52 PM
• Job Schedule Part-Time
• Locations 175 High St, Newton, NJ, 07860, US (Hybrid)
• Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate) 61.180000
• Maximum Salary (Hourly Rate)
• Primary Shift Varies
• Work Schedule Variable
• Days and Shifts monday - friday
• On Call Expectations varies
• Weekends Expectations for on call
• Department
  - Mental Health
  - Psychiatric Prof
• Division Newton Medical Center
• Specialty Psychiatry
  - Adult
• Service Line Behavioral Health
• Region Western Region (Hackettstown & Newton Medical Centers)