<p>Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick, Massachusetts is recruiting an experienced Nurse Practitioner for PRN medical coverage of its inpatient Behavioral Health unit — a low-commitment, high-flexibility engagement ideal for an NP seeking supplemental income without call, procedures, or teaching obligations. At $75–$90 per hour and just 4–6 hours of weekend or holiday coverage per month, this role fits seamlessly alongside a primary practice or other clinical commitments. Natick sits just west of Boston, offering easy access to one of the country's premier healthcare and academic ecosystems.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly rate: $75–$90 per hour</li> <li>PRN / per diem engagement — no long-term schedule commitment required</li> <li>Minimal time obligation: 4–6 hours per month, concentrated on weekends and holidays</li> <li>No call responsibilities</li> <li>No procedures required</li> <li>No teaching responsibilities</li> <li>Collaborative practice environment alongside an established team of physicians and advanced practice providers</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Medical coverage for inpatient Behavioral Health patients at Leonard Morse Hospital</li> <li>Weekend and holiday shift coverage; shifts run approximately 4–6 hours</li> <li>Integrated Primary Care and Behavioral Health team model — collaborative, patient-centered culture</li> <li>No procedures, no overnight call, no academic or teaching duties</li> <li>Practice operates under collaborative agreement and applicable Massachusetts state requirements</li> <li>Seasoned physician and APP group providing day-to-day clinical support and collegial backup</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Master's-prepared Nurse Practitioner (MSN or DNP) required</li> <li>Active Massachusetts RNP license required, or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Board certification per governing NP certifying body required (e.g., AANP or ANCC)</li> <li>Minimum two years of outpatient Family Medicine experience strongly preferred</li> <li>Comfort managing inpatient behavioral health patients from a medical/primary care standpoint</li> <li>Must meet credentialing requirements per facility Medical Staff Bylaws</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Natick is a well-established suburban community situated approximately 20 miles west of Boston along the Massachusetts Turnpike, offering straightforward access to the city's world-class cultural, dining, and professional resources. The town is consistently recognized for its top-rated public schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, scenic parks, and a revitalized downtown corridor. Clinicians relocating to the area benefit from a lower cost of living relative to Boston proper while remaining firmly within the Greater Boston metropolitan orbit — a compelling combination for those who want proximity to a major academic and healthcare hub without the urban premium.</p>