Travel PMHNP Jobs - Locum Tenens

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

Discover 249 travel and locum psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

249
Travel Positions
$150k
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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Travel Pediatric Psychiatric Nurse - $1,854 per week

Coast Medical Service

Lawton, OK
$96k/yr

Coast Medical Service is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Lawton, Oklahoma. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type .

Posted 3 days ago

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Travel Medical-Surgical Oncology Registered Nurse - $2,177 per week

Prime Staffing

Columbus, OH
$113k/yr

weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel About the Position Specialty: RN – Psych Experience: 1–2 years in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing preferred License: Active State or Compact RN License Certifications: BLS – AHA Must-Have: Strong .

Posted 3 days ago

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Travel Pediatric Psychiatric Nurse - $1,984 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source

Lawton, OK
$103k/yr

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Lawton, Oklahoma. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type .

Posted 3 days ago

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Physician Assistant / Radiology - Musculoskeletal / Colorado / Locum Tenens /Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

National Staffing Solutions

Pueblo, CO

Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) Are you a Nurse Practitioner or Physician questions about the Veterans? current health Prior to every exam, the practitioner reviews each Veteran?s medical or mental health history, using electronic bookmarks that .

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Physician Assistant / Neonatology / Iowa / Locum Tenens / Advanced PracticeProvider - PA/NP

Confidential

West Des Moines, IA

with state regulations and clinic policies. Provide health education on diet, family planning, mental health, and preventive care. Assist physicians with exam every 10 years (PA) or every 5 years (NP), unless otherwise required by governing boards. ~ Accreditation .

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Physician Assistant / Surgery - General / North Dakota / Locum Tenens / NP/PA -Internal Medicine - Wahpeton, ND

Essentia Health

Wahpeton, ND

Job Description: Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills Education Qualifications: NP/PA ? Internal Medicine Wahpeton, ND wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit .

Posted 3 days ago

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Physician Assistant / Surgery - Orthopedics-Trauma / Minnesota / Locum Tenens /NP/PA - Orthopedic Surgery - Detroit Lakes, MN

Essentia Health

Detroit Lakes, MN

Job Description: Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills Education Qualifications: NP/PA ? Orthopedic Surgery Detroit Lakes wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that .

Posted 3 days ago

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Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,755 per week in Burlington, NC

Focus Staff

Burlington, Alamance County
Contract

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych Location: Burlington, NC Agency: Focus Staff Pay: $1,755 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 Burlington, NC. The ideal candidat...

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Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,755 per week in Burlington, NC

TravelNurseSource

Burlington, Alamance County
Contract

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych Location: Burlington, NC Agency: Focus Staff Pay: $1,755 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Start Date: ASAP About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Focus Staff to find a qualified Psych RN in Burlington, North Carolina, 27215! Overview ...

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

Consilium Staffing

New Jersey, US
Full-Time

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: New Jersey Employer: Consilium Staffing Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed in New Jersey Full-Time Adults Correctional Setting Monday through Friday, aft...

Posted 4 days ago

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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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