Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) u2013 Locum Tenens Location: Coralville, IA Facility: Iowa Medical Classification Center (IMCC) Worksite Address: 2700 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA 52241 Schedule Options: + Mondayu2013Friday 7:00 AM u2013 3:00 PM + Mondayu2013Thursday 7:00 AM u2013 5:00 PM Hours: 40 per week Contract Length: 26 weeks Compensation Local: $96/hour u2022 Approx. $3,840/week Travel: $4,046/week total package Position Overview The Iowa Medical Classification Center (IMCC) is seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a 26-week locum tenens assignment supporting psychiatric services within the Iowa Department of Corrections. This role focuses on psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and medication management for a correctional population with varied mental-health needs. The PMHNP will function as an independent provider within scope of practice while collaborating with an interdisciplinary behavioral-health team that includes psychologists and licensed therapists. This position is ideal for clinicians who are confident, adaptable, and comfortable working in a structured correctional healthcare environment. Clinical Environment + Correctional behavioral-health setting + Patient volume averages ~10 patients per day (may vary) + Multidisciplinary support includes staff psychologists and LCSW/LPCs Key Responsibilities + Conduct psychiatric evaluations and mental-health assessments + Diagnose psychiatric conditions and develop treatment plans + Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications + Educate patients on diagnoses, medications, and treatment options + Collaborate with psychiatric team leadership and behavioral-health staff + Maintain compliance with all state, federal, and facility regulations + Provide high-quality, ethical psychiatric care within scope of license Required Qualifications + Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Iowa + National NP certification (AANP or ANCC preferred) + Active DEA + BLS certification + Minimum 1 year PMHNP experience preferred + Minimum 3 years mental-health experience preferred + Ability to meet Iowa DOC background clearance requirements + CPR, TB screening, and health clearance per regulations + Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements Why This Opportunity? This long-term locum assignment offers PMHNPs a rare blend of schedule stability, competitive compensation, and meaningful clinical impact within a structured correctional mental-health system. IMCC provides a professional environment with clear expectations, manageable patient volumes, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration. With no call requirements, flexible weekday schedules, and a 26-week duration, this role is an excellent fit for PMHNPs seeking consistency, autonomy, and purpose-driven psychiatric work. Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2026-03-18