Travel Psychiatric Nurse Jobs
- 1,460 open jobs
- Jobs added hourly
ER RN
- Winston Salem, North Carolina
- Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
- Revolution Healthcare Services and 23 others
UP TO $2,927/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Iowa Lutheran Hospital
- Daisy Medical Staffing and 20 others
UP TO $2,818/wk
Psychiatric RN
- Juneau, Alaska
- Bartlett Regional Hospital
- Host Healthcare and 3 others
UP TO $2,807/wk
RN Behavioral Health
- Wichita, Kansas
- 2012-KS Via Christi Hospital
- Focus Staff and 12 others
UP TO $2,743/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Wichita, Kansas
- 2012-KS Via Christi Hospital
- Focus Staff and 14 others
UP TO $2,743/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
- Harlan, Kentucky
- Harlan ARH Hospital
- TotalMed RN and 1 other
UP TO $2,654/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Prestonsburg, Kentucky
- Highlands Regional Medical Center
- TotalMed RN and 3 others
UP TO $2,654/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Harlan, Kentucky
- Harlan ARH Hospital
- TotalMed RN and 3 others
UP TO $2,654/wk
Psychiatric RN - Adult
- Springfield, Vermont
- Springfield Hospital
- ISC Healthcare and 14 others
UP TO $2,649/wk
Adult Psych RN
- Salem, Massachusetts
- NSMC Salem Hospital
- Host Healthcare and 15 others
UP TO $2,618/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Research Psychiatric Center
- Focus Staff and 12 others
UP TO $2,600/wk
Psychiatric RN
- Akron, Ohio
- Summa Akron City Hospital
- Axis Medical Staffing and 8 others
UP TO $2,599/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
- Elmira, New York
- Saint Joseph's Hospital
- Talent4Health
UP TO $2,593/wk
Psychiatric RN
- Coos Bay, Oregon
- Bay Area Hospital
- American Consultants and 20 others
UP TO $2,581/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Research Psychiatric Center
- Prime Time Healthcare Nursing and 12 others
UP TO $2,520/wk
Psychiatric RN
- Leavenworth, Kansas
- CoreCivic of Tennessee, LLC - 100 Highway Terrace
- PRIDE Health and 2 others
UP TO $2,478/wk
Psychiatric RN
- Lewiston, Maine
- Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
- ISC Healthcare and 19 others
UP TO $2,462/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Willingboro, New Jersey
- Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County
- TotalMed RN and 11 others
UP TO $2,462/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Fort Madison, Iowa
- Fort Madison
- TotalMed RN and 5 others
UP TO $2,457/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Holyoke, Massachusetts
- Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital
- Prime Time Healthcare Nursing and 7 others
UP TO $2,635/wk
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Travel Psychiatric Nurse Jobs Salary Insights
Average Travel Psychiatric Nurse Salary
$2,154/week
The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse is $2,154 per week. This is 5% lower than the nursing US average of $2,262.
Last updated on November 13, 2026. Based on 1,410 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 Supplemental Health Care (91), Host Healthcare (72), and TotalMed RN (72).
Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?
As of Sunday, November 15th 2026, Vivian has 122 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $52 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $111 per hour.
Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?
As of Sunday, November 15th 2026, Vivian has 93 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, and up to $73 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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