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 - Locum Tenens

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

Discover 339 travel and locum psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

339

Travel Positions

$169k

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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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Washington

Health eCareers

Washington DC

inpatient evaluation and treatment facility specializes in acute psychiatric care for adult patients. The 16-bed facility maintains a About the Clinician's Workday The psychiatric nurse practitioner will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and provide .

Posted 1 week ago

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in North Carolina

Health eCareers

New Hill, NC

Facility This ACT facility specializes in community-based psychiatric care for individuals with severe and persistent mental region. About the Clinician's Workday The psychiatric nurse practitioner will provide specialized ACT team services for adults with .

Posted 1 week ago

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Health eCareers

Motley, MN

Required: Negotiable Job Duration: Locums About the Facility A mental health center in the Twin Cities is in need of a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with Full Practice Authority. About the Facility Location The facility is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota .

Posted 1 week ago

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Child/Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Southeastern Minnesota

Health eCareers

Motley, MN

Remote

About the Facility The residential treatment facility seeks psychiatric coverage for their well-established program. This non- community. About the Clinician's Workday The psychiatric nurse practitioner will provide telehealth care to children and adolescents in .

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Ohio

Health eCareers

Centerburg, OH

specialized correctional institution requiring comprehensive psychiatric services for adult male inmates. The facility maintains a region. About the Clinician's Workday The psychiatric nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive psychiatric care to adult male inmates .

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Georgia

Health eCareers

Irwinton, GA

outpatient facility specializes in providing comprehensive psychiatric services with focus on integrated mental health care. The facility About the Clinician's Workday The psychiatric nurse practitioner will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and provide .

Posted 2 weeks ago

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

TrackFive

Buffalo, NY

working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in New York! Our client in New York is actively seeking a Psychiatric Information Required Board Certifications: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) Certification (PMHNP- .

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Family Practice in Massachusetts

Locum Jobs Online

Boston, MA

About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with Consilium Staffing to find a qualified Family Practice NP in Massachusetts! Inpatient mental health and in/outpatient substance use treatment facility Avg patient length of stay is 7-14 days All Ages Schedule .

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Travel Clinician, MD, DO, FNP, APRN

Cherokee Federal

Independence, KS

proceed. ~ Assesses applicants for injuries, deformities, defects, and disorders across all body systems, including dental, psychiatric, and behavioral, and conducts a standardized orthopedic-neurological exam. ~ Determines the need for further physical .

Posted on Feb 24, 2026

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Physician Assistant / Psychiatry / Connecticut / Locum Tenens / Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner / Phy

Hartford HealthCare at Home

New Haven, CT

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Behavioral Health - Outpatient Adult If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information. Work where every moment matters. Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare .

Posted on Feb 19, 2026

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Salary Insights

$169k

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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💰 2026 Salary Guide

Average PMHNP salary is $155,000+. See pay by state, experience, and setting.

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🏠 Remote Jobs

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🎓 New Grad Jobs

Entry-level PMHNP opportunities.

💻 Telehealth Jobs

Virtual psychiatric care positions.

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.