Travel PMHNP Jobs - Locum Tenens

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

Discover 339 travel and locum psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

339
Travel Positions
$167k
Avg. Salary
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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.

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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Salem, OR

Locum Jobs Online

Portland, OR

is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in Salem, Oregon, 97307!This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id: ORD services and seeks ongoing locum tenens coverage for adult mental health treatment. The healthcare facility offers coverage for all transportation .

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NP / Nurse Practitioner / Arizona / Locum or Permanent / PMHNP

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Phoenix, AZ
Full-Time

Phoenix, Arizona. The ideal candidate is board certified PMHNP with a minimum of one year of clinical experience, preferably in Mental Health as an NP or RN, and is comfortable working autonomously.Our client is seeking a motivated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. This is a .

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NP / Nurse Practitioner / Illinois / Locum or Permanent / Psych NP

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Dakota, IL
Full-Time

a Masters of Science degree and licensed as a Psych NP with a passion to work within the behavioral health setting. Interested candidate should also have a valid Tele-psych Provide education, prevention services, mental health services, case management, and therapeutic .

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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Ohio

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Columbus, OH

is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in Ohio!This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id: ORD-210080-NP-OHTitle a structured secure environment with dedicated resources for mental health treatment and requires experienced clinicians to provide .

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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Family Practice in Colorado

Locum Jobs Online

Denver, CO

working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Family Practice NP in Colorado!We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Nurse scope primary care, including diabetes, weight management, mental health, sleep, nutrition, bumps and bruises, and strep throatAdditional .

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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Georgia

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Atlanta, GA

is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in Georgia!This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id: ORD-208314-NP- providing comprehensive psychiatric services with focus on integrated mental health care. The facility maintains a collaborative care model that .

Posted 1 week ago

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NP / Psychiatry / Kentucky / Locum tenens / Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

FCS - Psychiatric Recruitment

Owensboro, KY
Full-Time

IMMEDIATE NEED! Full-time locum tenens PMHNP or Psychiatric ARNP needed at thriving community mental health center. Provider must be board certified or board eligible Lifespan or Child/Adolescent and Adult. Located less than one hour north of Nashville, TN and two hours .

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NP / Psychiatry / California / Locum tenens / Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Locum Tenens

Provider Healthcare

Red Bluff, CA

Hiring a Psych NP for a locums position in Red Bluff, CaliforniaUrgent NeedNeed to have experience in PsychiatryCertification highly preferredSole Provider with access to tele Psychiatrist to assistJanuary start date (if you can't sooner)6 months or more if desiredGood .

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NP / Nurse Practitioner / Arizona / Locum or Permanent / Outpatient PMHNP

Palm Health Resources

Scottsdale, AZ
Full-Time

eating disorders, sexual addiction, behavioral health conditions, and co-occurring disorders. We interested in working with a world renown mental health team, and grow with our company training available by specialty, NP and Nurses get 40 hours to obtain CME's, Highly .

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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Washington

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Seattle, WA

is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in Washington!This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id: ORD-207793- Washington.About the Clinician's WorkdayThis is a correctional mental health position offering 40 hours per week, preferably five 8-hour shifts .

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Top Agencies

  • LocumTenens.com69 jobs
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  • Hayman Daugherty Associates14 jobs
  • FCS - Psychiatric Recruitment12 jobs
  • Provider Healthcare10 jobs
  • Health eCareers8 jobs

Salary Insights

$167k
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.

Travel PMHNP Compensation Breakdown

Travel psychiatric nurse practitioner pay is structured differently from permanent positions. Your total compensation package typically includes multiple components:

$80–$150/hr
Base Hourly Rate
Varies by location, acuity, and urgency of need
$2,000–$4,000/mo
Housing Stipend
Tax-free if you maintain a tax home
$500–$1,200
Travel Reimbursement
Per assignment — flights, mileage, or lump sum
$3,000–$10,000
Completion Bonus
Paid after finishing your contract term

Total annual compensation for travel psych NPs can exceed $200K–$250K when factoring in tax-free stipends. See our 2026 PMHNP Salary Guide for permanent position comparisons.

Travel vs Permanent PMHNP Positions

✈️ Travel / Locum Tenens

  • • Higher total compensation ($200K+)
  • • Tax-free housing and travel stipends
  • • Flexibility to take breaks between assignments
  • • Exposure to different practice settings
  • • No office politics — you're temporary

🏠 Permanent Positions

  • • Stable income and benefits (health, retirement)
  • • Build long-term patient relationships
  • • CME budget and paid conference time
  • • No re-credentialing every 3–6 months
  • • Opportunity for advancement and leadership

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Frequently Asked Questions About Travel PMHNP Jobs

There are currently 339 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.