Travel PMHNP Jobs - Locum Tenens

Last Updated: February 2026 | Travel & locum tenens PMHNP positions

Discover 250 travel and locum psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

250
Travel Positions
$150k
Avg. Salary
8
Hiring Agencies

Why Choose Travel PMHNP Work?

Higher Pay

Travel and locum positions typically offer 20-40% higher compensation than permanent roles, plus housing stipends and travel reimbursement.

Flexible Assignments

Choose contract lengths that fit your lifestyle—from 4-week assignments to 6-month contracts. Take breaks between assignments as needed.

Explore New Places

Work in different cities and states while building your career. Experience diverse healthcare settings and patient populations.

All Travel Positions (250)

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Travel Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

New

Cordial Health

Grand Central, Manhattan
Part-Time
$224k/yr

Population: Nursing Homes, Assisted Living & Long-Term Care Facilities Position Overview We are seeking a Travel Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide compassionate, high-quality psychiatric care to residents in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. This role is idea...

Posted today

Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Menifee, CA

New

Weatherby Healthcare

Menifee, Riverside County
Full-TimeRemote

Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: Menifee, CA Employer: Weatherby Healthcare Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position If this telehealth opportunity sounds right for you, give us a call today to speak with an expert Weatherby consu...

Posted today

A Locum Tenens Psychiatrist Is Needed in CA

New

Weatherby Healthcare

Menifee, Riverside County
Remote

If this telehealth opportunity sounds right for you, give us a call today to speak with an expert Weatherby consultant for details. 1-2 hours per month ongoing Remote coverage Collaboration with psych NP Chart review done remotely Patients 18 years and up Flexible on day and time when worked Ideally...

Posted today

Travel EMT

New

NurseStar Medical Partners

US

Pay Rate: $1,600.00 - $1,800.00 gross per week Number of Positions: 1 Specialty: Ambulatory services Start Date: 05/04/2026 Assignment Length: As long as they will stay. Schedule: 16-24 hours shifts, OT after 40 hours. Mainly for Mon-Tues shift, Mon12am-Tues 4pm, additional coverage as needed as wel...

Posted today

URGENT PMHNP for Locum near Fort Worth

New

MedCare Staffing

Fort Worth, Tarrant County
Contract

Medcare Staffing is seeking locum tenens coverage for a clinic in Fort Worth, TX. PMHNP for outpatient locum Dates needed : November 8 8a - 5pm Full Support Staff Patient ages 0-100 EMR: eCW Scribe available We pay as a 1099 and cover your malpractice. $85 per hour Qualifications CV Copy of TX licen...

Posted today

Travel Inpatient Psychiatric Registered Nurse - $1,964 per week

New

Focus Staff

Christiansburg, Montgomery County
Full-Time

Focus Staff is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Christiansburg, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Psychiatric - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 02/23/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Fo...

Posted yesterday

Travel Pediatric Psychiatric Nurse - $2,198 per week

New

Nightingale Nurses

Lawton, OK
Contract
$114k/yr

Nightingale Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Lawton, Oklahoma. Job Description & Requirements ~ Specialty: Psychiatric ~ Discipline: RN ~ Start Date: 02/07/2026 ~ Duration: 13 weeks ~36 hours per week ~ Shift: .

Posted yesterday

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,796 per week in Rochester, NY

New

Focus Staff

Rochester, Monroe County
Full-Time

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych Location: Rochester, NY Agency: Focus Staff Pay: $1,796 per week Shift Information: Rotating - 3 days x 12 hours Start Date: ASAP About the Position Overview Focus Staff is seeking a Psychiatric Registered Nurse for a travel contract in Rochester, NY. The ideal candidat...

Posted yesterday

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,796 per week in Rochester, NY

New

TravelNurseSource

Rochester, Monroe County
Full-Time

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych Location: Rochester, NY Agency: Focus Staff Pay: $1,796 per week Shift Information: Rotating - 3 days x 12 hours Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Focus Staff to find a qualified Psych RN in Rochester, New York, 14602! Overview Focus ...

Posted yesterday

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,979 per week in Jackson, MI

New

Focus Staff

Jackson, Jackson County
Full-Time

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych Location: Jackson, MI Agency: Focus Staff Pay: $1,979 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Start Date: ASAP About the Position Overview Focus Staff is seeking a Psychiatric Registered Nurse for a travel contract in JACKSON, MI. The ideal candidate will...

Posted yesterday

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Top Agencies

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  • Essentia Health7 jobs
  • Locum Jobs Online6 jobs

Salary Insights

$150k
Average annual salary

Based on travel PMHNP positions with salary data. Many also include housing and travel stipends.

Travel Tips

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

Travel PMHNP Career Resources

Assignment Types

Travel assignments range from crisis coverage (2-4 weeks) to long-term contracts (6-12 months). Locum tenens often fill temporary gaps while facilities recruit permanent staff.

Compensation Packages

Travel PMHNP pay includes base hourly rates, tax-free housing stipends, travel reimbursement, and often completion bonuses. Total compensation can exceed $200k annually.

Licensure Requirements

Many travel positions require state-specific licensure. Consider joining the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for multi-state privileges, or work with agencies that handle licensing.

Getting Started

Start by gaining 1-2 years of experience in a permanent role. Then partner with 2-3 staffing agencies to find the best opportunities. Keep your CV and credentials always up to date.

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