How much do travel PMHNP positions pay?

Travel PMHNP positions typically pay 20-40% more than permanent roles, with weekly rates ranging from $2,500 to $5,000+. Compensation often includes tax-free housing stipends, travel reimbursement, and per diem allowances in addition to base pay.

What benefits do travel PMHNP jobs include?

Travel PMHNP benefits commonly include housing stipends or company-provided housing, travel reimbursement, health insurance, 401(k), licensure reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and completion bonuses. Some agencies also offer continuing education stipends.

Do I need experience for travel PMHNP positions?

Most travel PMHNP positions require 1-2 years of clinical experience, as you'll be expected to practice independently with minimal orientation. However, some agencies offer "first-time traveler" programs with additional support. Having an active compact nursing license (NLC) can expand your opportunities.

Travel PMHNP Jobs in California

Last Updated: March 2026 | Locum tenens & travel assignment positions in California

Discover 26 travel psychiatric nurse practitioner positions in California

Travel Positions

$159k

Avg. Salary

Hiring Organizations

Why Choose Travel PMHNP Work in California?

Premium Pay

Travel and locum tenens positions offer 20-40% higher compensation plus housing and travel stipends.

Flexible Assignments

Choose contract lengths from 4 weeks to 6+ months. Take breaks between assignments as needed.

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Work across the state while experiencing different healthcare settings and patient populations.

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Nurse Practitioner | LA Street Medicine

$135k-$187k/yr

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Akidolabs

Los Angeles

Akido builds AI-powered doctors. Akido is the first AI-native care provider, combining cutting-edge technology with a nationwide medical network to address America’s physician shortage and make exceptional healthcare universal. Its AI empowers doctors to deliver faster, more accurate, and more compa...

Posted 3 days ago

Nurse Practitioner Bay Area

$60/hr

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Akidolabs

San Francisco Bay area, CA

Posted 3 weeks ago

Nurse Practitioner | Kern Street Medicine

$60/hr

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Akidolabs

Hybrid (Primarily Remote – Bakersfield, CA)

Hybrid

Posted 3 weeks ago

Telehealth Family Nurse Practitioner - Eating Disorders (California-Remote)

Direct Apply

Equip Health

United States

Remote

About Equip Equip is the leading virtual, evidence-based eating disorder treatment program on a mission to ensure that everyone with an eating disorder can access treatment that works. Created by clinical experts in the field and people with lived experience, Equip builds upon evidence-based treat...

Posted 1 week ago

FT Nurse Practitioner - East Bay

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Pine Park Health

Richmond, CA

Full-TimeHybrid

Welcome to Pine Park Health! About Us Pine Park Health is a value-based primary care practice revolutionizing healthcare for senior living community residents. We empower seniors to get healthy, stay healthy, and lead lives they love through a care model designed with everyone in mind — patients, ...

Posted 3 days ago

FT Nurse Practitioner - East Bay

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Pine Park Health

Berkeley, CA

Full-TimeHybrid

Posted 3 days ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner I Mission Viejo CA JO-2511-13545

Jackson Physician Search

Mission Viejo, California

Join an innovative Psychiatric practice in Los Angeles where you can truly make a difference in the community! The Practice Practice is focused on ketamine and TMD treatments New graduates encouraged to apply Autonomus practice with ability to see as many patients as you would like Compensation to i...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Sacramento, CA

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LocumJobsOnline

Los Angeles, California

Part-TimeRemote

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: Sacramento, CA Employer: Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in Sacramento, California, 95843! This Job at a Glance • Job Re...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Oakland, CA

$137k/yr

LocumJobsNetwork

Oakland, Alameda County

ContractOn-site

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: Oakland, CA Employer: LocumTenens.com Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsNetwork is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in Oakland, California, 94608! This...

Posted 3 days ago

Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Oakland, CA

$179k/yr

LocumTenens.com

Emeryville, Alameda County

Full-TimeOn-site

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: Oakland, CA Employer: LocumTenens.com Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-210163-NP-CA Title: NP Dates Needed: As soon as credentialed and at least 3...

Posted 3 days ago

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$159k

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Travel Tips

•Maintain active licensure in the state
•Keep credentials updated and easily accessible
•Work with reputable staffing agencies
•Negotiate housing and travel stipends
•Build relationships for repeat assignments

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Frequently Asked Questions About Travel PMHNP Jobs

There are currently 26 travel and locum tenens PMHNP positions available nationwide. These positions offer short-term contracts (typically 8-26 weeks) in various healthcare settings across the country.