Travel Psychiatric Nurse Jobs
- 1,296 open jobs
- Jobs added hourly
Psychiatry RN
- Springfield, Missouri
- Mercy Hospital Springfield
- TravSource and 13 others
UP TO $2,046/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Lebanon, Kentucky
- Spring View Hospital
- GLC On-The-Go and 11 others
UP TO $2,038/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Olathe, Kansas
- Cottonwood Springs
- TNAA TotalMed RN and 13 others
UP TO $2,038/wk
Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health
- Wichita, Kansas
- KSWIC Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita
- TRS Healthcare
UP TO $2,032/wk
Pediatric Behavioral Health RN
- Helena, Montana
- Shodair Children's Hospital
- Nightingale Nurses and 2 others
UP TO $2,031/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Saint Robert, Missouri
- Perimeter of Missouri
- Assured Nursing and 2 others
UP TO $2,016/wk
RN Behavioral Health
- Wichita, Kansas
- KSWIC Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita
- Lucid Staffing Solutions
UP TO $1,998/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Wichita, Kansas
- KSWIC Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita
- Lucid Staffing Solutions
UP TO $1,998/wk
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
- Dover, New Jersey
- Saint Clare's Hospital - Dover
- Lucid Staffing Solutions
UP TO $1,973/wk
Psychiatric RN
- Louisburg, North Carolina
- Maria Parham Franklin
- TNAA TotalMed RN and 19 others
UP TO $1,940/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Lutheran Hospital
- GLC On-The-Go and 23 others
UP TO $1,935/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Clyde, North Carolina
- Haywood Regional Medical Center
- LifePoint and 14 others
UP TO $1,920/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- University of New Mexico Hospital
- Prime Staffing and 1 other
UP TO $1,915/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
- Focus Staff and 13 others
UP TO $2,152/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
- Focus Staff and 14 others
UP TO $1,904/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
- TalentBurst, Inc and 1 other
UP TO $2,038/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
- Focus Staff and 18 others
UP TO $2,363/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Roanoke, Virginia
- Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
- PRIDE Health and 1 other
UP TO $1,865/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
- HCS 247
UP TO $1,849/wk
Behavioral Health RN
- Elko, Nevada
- Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital
- Focus Staff and 5 others
UP TO $2,090/wk
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Travel Psychiatric Nurse Jobs Salary Insights
Average Travel Psychiatric Nurse Salary
$2,063/week
The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse is $2,063 per week. This is 6% lower than the nursing US average of $2,188.
Last updated on August 15, 2026. Based on 1,784 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 TNAA TotalMed RN (81), Supplemental Health Care (70), and Host Healthcare (66).
Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?
As of Sunday, August 16th 2026, Vivian has 105 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $53 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 Sunday, August 16th 2026, Vivian has 82 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $48 per hour on average, and up to $65 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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