Locum Tenens PMHNP Jobs

Last Updated: March 2026 | 516 locum tenens psych NP assignments available

Discover 516 travel and temporary psychiatric nurse practitioner assignments

516
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$168k
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$85-150
Hourly Rate Range

Why Choose Locum Tenens Psych NP Work?

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Earn $85-$150+/hour — 20-50% more than permanent positions, plus tax-free housing and travel stipends.

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Work across multiple states, experience different practice settings, and build a diverse clinical resume.

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Choose 2-13 week assignments, take time off between contracts, and control your work-life balance.

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Psychiatry NP Needed in Montana for Locums Support

Hayes Locums

Montana
Locum Tenens

A nurse practitioner is needed in a Montana medical facility to provide locum tenens psychiatry support. For this opportunity, your schedule will be Sunday-Tuesday in an inpatient and outpatient setting. You must have an active Montana license and DEA in order to be considered for this role. Reach o...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Independent Contractor

$155/hr

Headway - Design & Development

Reading, PA
ContractOn-site

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $155-$203 an hour Imagine the freedom to build your own flexible private practice as a psychiatric nurse practitioner! Whether you're looking to see patients in addition to a full-time role or grow an independent .

Posted on Feb 11, 2026

Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry - $110 per hour

$110/hr
Direct Apply

Vista Staffing

Springfield, Kentucky
Full-TimeOn-site

Vista Staffing is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Psychiatry for a locum tenens job in Springfield, Massachusetts. & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatry Discipline: Nurse Practitioner Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Locum Tenens Are you a Psychiatric Nurse Pra...

Posted on Feb 13, 2026

Texas-Licensed PMHNP - Fully Remote - Independent Contractor 1099

$80/hr

Mentally Free Psychiarty

Des Moines, Iowa
ContractRemote

Texas-Licensed PMHNP | Fully Remote | Independent Contractor (1099) Must have an active PMHNP license in Texas. DEA required prior to start. Compensation $80 per new patient intake $40 per follow-up visit ½ pay for no-shows Transparent, per-visit compensation structure No volume quotas or producti...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Locums PMHNP- Hybrid Schedule

$105/hr

BAS Healthcare

Front Royal, Virginia
Part-TimeHybrid

Locations: Warrenton, Luray, Winchester, Woodstock, and Berryville, Virginia Facility: An outpatient Community Mental Health Center Opportunity: Locums Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Hybrid Schedule • Start Date/Duration: ASAP; Ongoing assignment • Schedule: Full time (up to 40 hours per week) or...

Posted on Feb 5, 2026

Locum Nurse Practitioner NP - Psychiatry - General/Other 3,300 to $3,509 per week in New Mexico

$4k/yr

TrackFive

Carson City, Nevada
ContractOn-site

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: New Mexico Employer: Millbrook Support Services Pay: $3,300 to $3,509 per week Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with Millbrook Support...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Local Contract Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry - $110 per hour

$229k - $229k/yr

Supplemental Health Care

Brockton, Plymouth County
ContractOn-site

Supplemental Health Care is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Psychiatry for a local contract job in Brockton, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatry Discipline: Nurse Practitioner Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Local Con...

Posted on Dec 18, 2025

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - 100% Remote - Nevada - Contract

$154k-260k/yr

WellPsyche

Green Valley, Clark County
ContractRemote

Department Clinical Care Employment Type Contract Location Nevada (Remote) Workplace type Fully remote Compensation $74.00 - $125.00 / hour About the Role About You Our Collaborate Group Practice Model About WellPsyche WellPsyche is a physician-run leader in Telepsychiatry, providing quality therapy...

Posted on Dec 18, 2025

West Virginia - Contract Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

$110/hr

Talkspace

Shenandoah Junction, West Virginia
ContractRemote

At Talkspace, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging-centered workplace where everyone can thrive while making a difference in mental health. Want to help over two million people receive quality mental healthcare? Come join our mission to get mental healthcare i...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Alabama - Contract Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

$110/hr

Talkspace

Dothan, Alabama
ContractRemote

At Talkspace, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging-centered workplace where everyone can thrive while making a difference in mental health. Want to help over two million people receive quality mental healthcare? Come join our mission to get mental healthcare i...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

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Temporary 2-13 week assignments with premium pay ($85-$150+/hr), housing stipends, malpractice coverage, and schedule flexibility. Ideal for experienced PMHNPs who want variety, higher income, and the freedom to choose when and where they work.

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Locum Tenens PMHNP FAQs

What is a locum tenens PMHNP?

A locum tenens PMHNP is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who fills temporary staffing needs at healthcare facilities. Assignments typically last 2-13 weeks and include housing stipends, travel reimbursement, malpractice coverage, and premium hourly rates of $85-$150+.

How much do locum tenens psychiatric nurse practitioners earn?

Locum tenens PMHNPs earn $85-$150+ per hour, translating to $150,000-$250,000+ annually. This is 20-50% higher than permanent positions. Additionally, locum PMHNPs receive tax-free housing stipends ($1,500-$3,500/month), travel reimbursement, and malpractice coverage.

Do locum tenens PMHNPs get benefits?

Most locum tenens staffing agencies offer benefits including health insurance, 401(k) plans, malpractice coverage, CEU reimbursement, housing stipends, and travel allowances. Benefits vary by agency and assignment length. Some agencies also offer completion bonuses.

What are the licensing requirements for locum tenens PMHNP work?

Locum tenens PMHNPs need an active APRN license in the state of each assignment. States participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) make multi-state practice easier. Most staffing agencies assist with state licensure and credentialing for new assignments.

Is locum tenens work good for new grad PMHNPs?

Locum tenens can work for new grads who are confident in their clinical skills, but most agencies prefer 1-2 years of experience. New grads may find short-term assignments challenging due to rapid onboarding. Consider starting with permanent positions that offer mentorship before transitioning to locum work.

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