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 Illinois

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

Discover 8 travel psychiatric nurse practitioner positions in Illinois

Travel Positions

$145k

Avg. Salary

Hiring Organizations

Why Choose Travel PMHNP Work in Illinois?

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 Illinois (8)

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Mental Health Provider

$140k-$150k/yr

Geode Health of Texas

Joliet, Illinois

Part-TimeIn-Person

Geode Health is a rapidly growing, national provider of outpatient mental health services. Our Mission is to "Transform mental health by making it more accessible, affordable and effective". We are looking for passionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners for both full and part time roles. The ideal ...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

$80/hr

GO Staffing

Mchenry, IL

Part-TimeOn-site

Long Term Locums - Part Time schedule - outpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner clinic opportunity to go between clinics within the Elgin, and McHenry areas of Illinois. ~ Certified PMHNP with experience required ~ Must be able to work without collaborative .

Posted 3 days ago

Recent

PMHNP needed for the Champaign, IL region

GO Staffing

Champaign, Illinois

Full-Time

This company focuses on Long/Short Term Care, SNF, Rehab, nursing homes, etc and is looking for a FNP/PMHNP candidate to service 4 locations throughout the Champaign, IL area. Travel is required between each location but mileage is reimbursed. Typical day consists of being in one facility and workin...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

PMHNP for Long/Short Term Care Facilities

Direct Apply

GO Staffing

Champaign, Illinois

Posted on Feb 13, 2026

Part Time Locums - certified PMHNP for outpatient clinic setting between Elgin and McHenry, IL

$80/hr

GO Staffing

McHenry, Illinois

Part-Time

Long Term Locums - Part Time schedule - outpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner clinic opportunity to go between clinics within the Elgin, and McHenry areas of Illinois. • Certified PMHNP with experience required • Must be able to work without collaborative physician agreement • Need...

Posted 2 weeks ago

IL607La Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

New

Fsc Corporation

Aurora, IL

Part-Time

IL607La Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Aurora IL suburbs of Chicago facility looking for two part time or one full time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for 6-9 months, locums assignment. Would be working with adolescent through geriatric age group. Tagged as: Locum .

Posted 2 days ago

Part Time locums - certified PMHNP for outpatient clinic setting in Aurora, IL

GO Staffing

Aurora, Illinois

Part-TimeRemote

Locums - Part Time schedule - outpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner clinic opportunity in Aurora, IL. • Certified PMHNP • Need to start ASAP and is ongoing • 2 or 3 days a week - 8 hour days • Days can be flexible and only one can be remote • Must have IL license and DEA • General ...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

IL620La - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Fcs Co

Bloomingdale, IL

Full-Time

Job Description Thriving private practice is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the beautiful western suburbs of Chicago. Initially the need is for 2-3 days per week locum position with a strong possibility of becoming of a full time staff member for the .

Posted 2 weeks ago

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$145k

Avg. travel salary in Illinois

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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.