Travel Psychiatric Nurse Jobs
- 1,059 open jobs
- Jobs added hourly
RN Case Manager – Behavioral Health
- Juneau, Alaska
- SEARHC Vintage Park, Juneau, AK
- Coast Medical Service and 10 others
UP TO $3,693/wk
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
- Elmira, New York
- Saint Joseph's Hospital
- Lucid Staffing Solutions
UP TO $2,723/wk
Clinical Resource Unit Registered Nurse
- Normal, Illinois
- Carle Health - 1304 Franklin Ave
- TRS Healthcare and 15 others
UP TO $2,797/wk
Inpatient Psychiatric RN
- Elmira, New York
- Saint Joseph's Hospital
- ARMStaffing and 7 others
UP TO $2,626/wk
Inpatient Behavioral Health RN
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Daisy Medical Staffing and 19 others
UP TO $2,549/wk
Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Inpatient
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
- Staffmax Healthcare and 24 others
UP TO $2,522/wk
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
- Smithtown, New York
- Saint Catherine of Siena Medical Center
- United Staffing Solutions and 5 others
UP TO $2,479/wk
Inpatient Psychiatric RN
- Elmira, New York
- Saint Joseph's Hospital
- ARMStaffing
UP TO $2,478/wk
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric/Dual Diagnosis
- University Heights, Ohio
- MetroHealth Cleveland Heights Medical Center
- Care Career
UP TO $2,447/wk
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
- Salisbury, North Carolina
- Novant Health Rowan Medical Center
- TNAA TotalMed RN and 2 others
UP TO $2,326/wk
Behavioral Health RN – Adolescent Neuropsych Unit
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Sheppard & Enoch Pratt Hospital
- ARMStaffing and 5 others
UP TO $2,326/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- East St. Louis, Illinois
- Touchette Regional Hospital
- TravSource and 18 others
UP TO $2,302/wk
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
- Elkridge, Maryland
- Sheppard Pratt - Baltimore/Washington Campus
- ARMStaffing and 5 others
UP TO $2,333/wk
Psychiatric RN – Adolescent Unit
- Westbrook, Maine
- Spring Harbor Hospital
- MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 11 others
UP TO $2,232/wk
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
- Linville, North Carolina
- Appalachian Regional Behavioral Healthcare
- SambaTraveler and 17 others
UP TO $2,196/wk
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
- Rhinelander, Wisconsin
- Ministry Saint Mary's Hospital
- Staffmax Healthcare and 8 others
UP TO $2,182/wk
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
- West Burlington, Iowa
- Great River Medical Center
- Access Healthcare and 1 other
UP TO $2,171/wk
Psychiatric RN - Correctional Facility
- Soledad, California
- Salinas Valley State Prison Psychiatric Program
- Catalytic Solutions
UP TO $2,168/wk
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Valleywise Behavioral Health Center
- TNAA TotalMed RN and 1 other
UP TO $2,160/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
- Medical Talent and 18 others
UP TO $2,149/wk

Travel Psychiatric Nurse Jobs Salary Insights
Average Travel Psychiatric Nurse Salary
$2,130/week
The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse is $2,130 per week. This is 2% lower than the nursing US average of $2,176.
Last updated on July 1, 2026. Based on 1,042 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Psychiatric Nurse Jobs FAQs
What are the best agencies for Travel Psychiatric Nurse jobs?
The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Psychiatric Nurse jobs are Host Healthcare (56), TNAA TotalMed RN (56), and Supplemental Health Care (51).
Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?
As of Thursday, July 2nd 2026, Vivian has 359 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $58 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $121 per hour.
Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?
As of Thursday, July 2nd 2026, Vivian has 53 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $48 per hour on average, and up to $77 per hour for the top-paying job listed.
Where can I learn more about working as a Travel Psychiatric Nurse?
Take a look at Vivian's Travel Psychiatric Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.
What is a Psychiatric Nurse?
Psychiatric nurses, also called mental health nurses, specialize in caring for patients of all ages who are experiencing mental illness or distress. Psych nurses may treat a variety of mental illnesses or focus on specific age groups or disorders, such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, dementia, substance abuse, or eating disorders. They’re experts in crisis intervention and work closely with their patients to help them manage their mental illnesses and live fulfilling lives.
Which certifications are best for psychiatric nurses?
Some healthcare employers may prefer psychiatric nurse job candidates with Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist (PMHCNS-BC), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse (PMH-BC), Verbal Intervention (CPI-VI), Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI-NCI) or Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills Training (CPI-NCI Advanced), and some may even require specific professional certifications.
How does having a Verbal Intervention (CPI-VI) increase my value as a Psychiatric nurse job candidate?
Having a Verbal Intervention (CPI-VI) validates your knowledge and skills as a psychiatric nurse and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.
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