<p>This PRN Psychiatric Registered Nurse opportunity is based in St. Petersburg, Florida and delivers specialized mental health nursing care directly in patients' homes. The role sits within a home health model, meaning clinicians work autonomously across a defined territory, managing a psychiatric caseload that spans assessment, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and family education. For an experienced psych RN who values clinical independence, flexible PRN scheduling, and competitive per-visit compensation, this position offers a compelling combination of meaningful work and strong earning potential.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Per-visit point rate of $41.35–$62.03 per visit point, with total annual cash target of $71,677–$107,516 at full productivity (40 hours/week)</li> <li>Hourly rate of $34.46–$51.69 for non-visit activities such as orientation and administrative time</li> <li>PRN employment status with scheduling flexibility</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package available (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>Equity stock purchase program and 401(k) contribution</li> <li>Recognition programs tied to performance</li> <li>Drug-free workplace; pre-employment drug screening required</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Home-based psychiatric nursing model — all patient care delivered in the patient's home environment</li> <li>Initial nursing evaluation visits completed within 24–48 hours of referral or per physician direction</li> <li>Caseload includes assessment and reassessment of physical condition, mental status, and suicidal potential</li> <li>Clinician initiates and revises individualized psychiatric treatment plans in accordance with psychiatric nursing standards</li> <li>Provides counseling and crisis intervention directly to patients and families</li> <li>Instructs and supervises family members in patient care techniques and maintaining a safe home environment</li> <li>Assists patients and families in identifying daily living challenges and connecting with community resources</li> <li>Performs physician-ordered treatments and maintains accurate medication and treatment records</li> <li>Conducts 60-day recertification reviews in compliance with the Care Management Model</li> <li>Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary teams through staff conferences and quality assurance/quality improvement processes</li> <li>Weekly visit volume varies based on individual productivity targets and the point values assigned to visit types</li> <li>Serves patients across all demographics regardless of age, background, or financial condition</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of Florida</li> <li>Psychiatric nursing experience within the last five years, or documented psychiatric retraining or continuing education (CEUs) in lieu of recent experience</li> <li>Current CPR certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire</li> <li>Valid driver's license, personal vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation (home health travel required)</li> <li>Ability to function independently across varied home environments</li> <li>Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills</li> <li>OASIS certification preferred</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>St. Petersburg sits on Florida's Pinellas Peninsula, flanked by Tampa Bay to the east and the Gulf of Mexico to the west, offering year-round sunshine, white-sand beaches, and a nationally recognized arts and dining scene. The city consistently ranks among Florida's most livable metros, with a lower cost of living than Miami or Orlando, strong public and private school options, and easy access to Tampa's international airport and major medical centers. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy kayaking, cycling the Pinellas Trail, and some of the country's most celebrated waterfront parks — all within minutes of a thriving urban core.</p>