Travel PMHNP Jobs - Locum Tenens
Last Updated: March 2026 | Travel & locum tenens PMHNP positions
Discover 339 travel and locum psychiatric nurse practitioner positions
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 (339)
View All Jobs →Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Michigan
Barton Associates
Posted on Feb 8, 2026
View Job →Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Michigan
LocumJobsNetwork
Posted on Feb 8, 2026
View Job →Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in North Carolina
Consilium Staffing
Posted on Feb 3, 2026
View Job →Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Ellensburg, WA
LocumJobsOnline
Posted on Feb 8, 2026
View Job →Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Holyoke, MA
LocumJobsNetwork
Posted on Feb 8, 2026
View Job →Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Ellensburg, WA
LocumJobsNetwork
Posted on Feb 8, 2026
View Job →Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Nurse Practitioner in Holyoke, MA
Delta Locum Tenens
Posted on Feb 5, 2026
View Job →Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Worcester, MA
VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Posted on Jan 29, 2026
View Job →Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Camden, NJ
Alumni Healthcare Staffing
Posted on Jan 21, 2026
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- FCS - Psychiatric Recruitment12 jobs
- Provider Healthcare10 jobs
- Alumni Healthcare Staffing8 jobs
Salary Insights
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:
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
Telehealth and work-from-home PMHNP positions.
🎓 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.