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 Colorado

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

Discover 8 travel psychiatric nurse practitioner positions in Colorado

Travel Positions

$147k

Avg. Salary

Hiring Organizations

Why Choose Travel PMHNP Work in Colorado?

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.

Explore New Places

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

All Travel Positions in Colorado (8)

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Psychiatric Clinician

Sol Mental Health

At SOL Mental Health, we’re redefining what’s possible in mental health care—starting with you. We believe that exceptional clinicians deserve robust support, a culture of collaboration and continuous learning, and engaged leadership. That’s why we’ve created a workplace where you can grow, make an ...

Posted 2 days ago

Psychiatric Clinician

Sol Mental Health

Posted 2 days ago

Inpatient Psychiatry APP

$128k-$143k/yr

Direct Apply

Denver Health

Main Campus - Pavilion A - 777 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204

Full-TimeIn-Person

We are recruiting for a motivated Inpatient Psychiatry APP to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in...

Posted 1 week ago

Psychiatric Clinician

Sol Mental Health

Posted 3 days ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum to Perm - Clinical Director Coverage at Facility Near Denver, Colorado (ORD-207878-NP-CO)

$50-$100/hr

LocumTenens.com

Denver, Colorado

Full-TimeIn-Person

This Job at a Glance. Job Reference Id: ORD-207878-NP-CO. Title: NP. Dates Needed: ASAP - ongoing. Shift Type: Day Shift. Assignment Type: Outpatient. Call Required: No. Board Certification Required: Yes. Job Duration: Locums. About the Facility An outpatient clinic system is seeking a psychiatric n...

Posted on Feb 11, 2026

Nurse Practitioner, Home Visits - Denver, Jefferson, Arapahoe, Douglas Counties, CO

Direct Apply

UnitedHealth Group

Lakewood, Colorado

Contract

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates Home Base Medical Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Denver, Jefferson, Arapahoe, Douglas Counties, CO. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work an...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Psychiatric Clinician

$250k/yr

Peer Connect LLC

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Full-TimeHybrid

Psychiatric Clinician – IOP Program (PMHNP, MD, DO – Fully Licensed Only) Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado Reports To: Medical Director or Clinical Director Classification: Full-Time /Employee Compensation: Starting at $249,600/yr The Psychiatric Clinician (PMHNP, MD, or DO) provides psychi...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at

LocumTenens.com

Colorado

Full-TimeIn-Person

This Job at a Glance • Job Reference Id: ORD-207878-NP-CO • Title: NP • Dates Needed: ASAP - ongoing • Shift Type: Day Shift • Assignment Type: Outpatient • Call Required: No • Board Certification Required: Yes • Job Duration: LocumsAbout the Facility A mental health care provider and outpatient cl...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

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$147k

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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 8 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.