How much do staff Mental Health Nurse jobs pay per hour in Tennessee?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, December 31st 2025, the average hourly Mental Health Nurse salary in Tennessee is $27 per hour but can pay up to $31 per hour.

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Tennessee Mental Health Nurse Jobs

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric

TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
Nashville, TN
Nights

$31+/hour

Nights

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View job details for Senior Registered Nurse (RN) - Mental Health

Staff Position

Senior Registered Nurse (RN) - Mental Health

TriStar Centennial Medical Center
Nashville, TN
Days
Sign-On Bonus

$30+/hour

Days

Sign-On Bonus

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Staff Position

New Graduate RN Residency Program

TriStar Centennial Medical Center
Nashville, TN

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Staff Position

Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric

Core Medical-Perm
Rock Hill, SC
5x8 hrs

$135K-170K/year

5x8

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View job details for Director of Behavioral Health

Staff Position

Director of Behavioral Health

Core Medical-Perm
Fort Walton Beach, FL
3x12 hrs

$110K-130K/year

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional Mental Health

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional Mental Health

California City Correctional Facility
California City, CA

$50-64/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric

Mountain Crest Behavioral Healthcare Center
Fort Collins, CO

$37-57/hour

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Posted 11 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care

Core Medical-Perm
Los Angeles, CA
3x12 hrs

$170K-230K/year

3x12

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Posted 8 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Labor and Delivery

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Labor and Delivery

Hi-Desert Medical Center
Joshua Tree, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$135K-216K/year

3x12

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Director of Nursing

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Director of Nursing

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
MADISON, WI

$135K-203K/year

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care

Staff Position

Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care

Core Medical-Perm
Sacramento, CA
3x12 hrs

$146K-185K/year

3x12

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Tennessee Mental Health Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Mental Health Nurse Salary

$43.79/hour

The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Tennessee is $43.79 per hour. This is 17% higher than the US average of $36.40.

Last updated on November 17, 2023. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Tennessee Mental Health Nurse Jobs FAQs

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 31st 2025, Vivian has 7 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $49 per hour on average and up to $49 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 31st 2025, Vivian has 26 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $1,718 per hour on average, and up to $1,945 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Where can I learn more about working as a Mental Health Nurse?

Take a look at Vivian's Mental Health Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

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