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

Discover 343 travel and locum psychiatric nurse practitioner positions

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$167k
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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​/ in Worcester, MA

$90-$100/hr

LocumJobsOnline

Worcester, Massachusetts
ContractOn-site

Position: Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other - $90 to $100 per hour in Worcester, MA Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: Worcester, MA Employer: Opportunity Healthcare Pay: $90 to $100 per hour Start Date: ASAP About the Position Locum Jobs Online is w...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in NYC, NY

LocumTenens

New York, New York
Part-TimeHybrid

This Job at a Glance • Job Reference Id: ORD-203638-NP-NY • Title: NP • Dates Needed: ASAP and ongoing (quick creds) • Shift Type: Day Shift • Assignment Type: Clinic • Call Required: No • Board Certification Required: Negotiable • Job Duration: Locums About the Facility An Outpatient Community Men...

Posted on Feb 9, 2026

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at

LocumTenens.com

Colorado
Full-TimeIn-Person

This Job at a Glance • Job Reference Id: ORD-207878-NP-CO • Title: NP • Dates Needed: ASAP - ongoing • Shift Type: Day Shift • Assignment Type: Outpatient • Call Required: No • Board Certification Required: Yes • Job Duration: LocumsAbout the Facility A mental health care provider and outpatient cl...

Posted on Feb 8, 2026

MD140La - Locum Tenens Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Direct Apply

Fcs Co

Baltimore, Maryland
Part-TimeOn-site

Child/Adolescent psychiatric nurse practitioner needed in Baltimore for a part time locum tenens position. This facility is looking for a dedicated professional for 16-24 hours per week. Work with families and a mix of adults and children at this all outpatient facility while enjoying a great rate a...

Posted 2 weeks ago

Full-Time PMHNP Locums | New Jersey

Jackson + Coker

Newark, New Jersey
Full-Time

Full-Time PMHNP Locums Job | New Jersey Details/Requirements: --Monday-Friday from 3pm-11pm + Saturday-Sunday from 8am-4pm --Adult patients only --Duties include - evaluating patients in isolation/confinement, evaluating patients before they are placed in isolation/confinement. --May also be req...

Posted 3 weeks ago

PMHNP - Travel- Psychiatric Care Leader

$110k-$130k/yr

MindCare Solutions

Morgantown, West Virginia
Full-TimeOn-site

Position: PMHNP - Travel-Ready Psychiatric Care Leader A leading behavioral health provider in Morgantown, WV is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join their team. The role emphasizes collaborative care for geriatric patients, focusing on comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and...

Posted 2 weeks ago

Pediatric PMHNP - Trauma‑Informed, Locum Tenens

$80k-$100k/yr

Fcs Co

Detroit, Michigan
Hybrid

A healthcare provider in Detroit is seeking a PMHNP-BC locum tenens to deliver trauma-informed psychiatric services for children and youth. Responsibilities include providing evidence-based practices and conducting necessary evaluations onsite. This role offers hybrid opportunities, yet requires bei...

Posted on Feb 23, 2026

NP / Nurse Practitioner / North Carolina / Locum Tenens / Telemed - PMHNP need in NC Job

Provide Locum Tenens

Charlotte, North Carolina

Our client is needing a Telemedicine Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Work-at-home position), to see our veterans and non-veterans for medication management. Patients receive out patient therapy counseling and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. The NP would have to already be credentialed with Optum ...

Posted on Feb 17, 2026

PMHNP – Adult Correctional Care; Locum-to-Perm

$80k-$100k/yr

Consilium

Freehold Township, New Jersey
Full-Time

Position: PMHNP – Adult Correctional Care (Locum-to-Perm) A healthcare organization seeks a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a full-time locum position in a correctional setting serving adults. This opportunity allows for a locum-to-perm transition within six months. Key resp...

Posted on Feb 13, 2026

NP / Psychiatry / Georgia / Locum or Permanent / Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner Job near Macon, Georgia Job

Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc

Macon, Georgia
Full-Time

Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner Job in Macon, Georgia Join other Nurse practitioners to work on an inpatient unit at a hospital in Macon, GA. Patient maximum capacity is 17. Certified Psychiatry preferred. An excellent benefits package including competitive salary, retirement, relocation, PTO and CME ...

Posted on Feb 10, 2026

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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

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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 343 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.