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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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Holyoke, MA

Opportunity Healthcare

Halyoke, Hampden County

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: Holyoke, MA Employer: Opportunity Healthcare Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position Psychiatry/Mental Health locum Nurse Practitioner job in Holyoke, MA for a locum NP coverage at a local Holyoke...

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

Consilium Staffing

North Carolina, US

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: North Carolina Employer: Consilium Staffing Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position Inpatient/Outpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Opportunity in North Carolina 40 hours per week Adults only ...

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

LocumTenens.com

Mississippi, US
Contract

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: Mississippi Employer: LocumTenens.com Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-208265-NP-MS Title: NP Dates Needed: February 9 or 16 - April 9 or 16 (2 mo...

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Travel Inpatient Behavioral Health RN - $2,179 per week

Focus

Cascade, Kent County
Contract

Focus Staff is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start Date: 02/16/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, evenings Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is se...

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Travel Behavioral Health RN - $2,294 per week

Focus

Hanover, Rock County
Contract

Focus Staff is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Janesville, Wisconsin. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Focus Staff is seeking a ...

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Psych NP Locums - WA - High Pay Rate!!!

Provider Healthcare

United States

Clinic in Vancouver, WA looking to bring on a Psych NP for a locums assignment. Details below: - 3 month locums assignment with option to extend - Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Federally Qualified Health Center - Travel and lodging expenses covered - High .

Posted 5 days ago

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Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse - $2,334 per week

ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC

Utica, NY
$121k/yr

care services to patients of all ages. The facility features specialized areas including trauma bays, clinical decision units, and psychiatric care areas, equipped with advanced technology such as rapid infusion systems and therapeutic temperature management devices. The .

Posted 6 days ago

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Physician Assistant / Surgery - Orthopedics / North Dakota / Locum Tenens /NP/PA - Orthopedic Surgery - Fargo, ND

Essentia Health

Fargo, ND

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

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Physician Assistant / Surgery - General / Minnesota / Locum Tenens / NP/PA -General Surgery - Duluth, MN

Essentia Health

Duluth, MN

Job Description: Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills /Certification Qualifications: NP/PA ? General Surgery? Duluth, MN JOB Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships .

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Physician Assistant / Internal Medicine / Minnesota / Locum Tenens / NP/PA -Internal Medicine/Family Medicine - Park Rapids, MN

Essentia Health

Park Rapids, MN

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

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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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