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Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs in Nashville for RNs

Find Top RN Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs in Nashville, Tennessee

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top Psych travel nurse jobs in and around Nashville, Tennessee. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Nashville’s Psych nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Nashville is a great location for Psych travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40215
    Distance from Nashville: 155 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,525 to $1,681
Weekly Pay*
Behavioral Health (psych) RN needed for 300 bed community hospital. Will float between inpatient medical detox and inpatient medical psych units
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40205
    Distance from Nashville: 155 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,525 to $1,681
Weekly Pay*
Child / Adolescent unit at 260 bed behavioral health facility, one of the largest psychiatric facilities in the nation providing care for children, adolescents and adults. Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city, sits on the Ohio River along the Indiana border. Every May, its race course Churchill Downs hosts the Kentucky Derby. Baseball is celebrated at the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, where Major League bats are produced. With a booming bourbon renaissance, iconic attractions, and a renowned culinary scene, Louisville is an experience like no other city.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40205
    Distance from Nashville: 155 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,525 to $1,681
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Facility is looking for the right Psych RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Anna, Illinois – 62906
    Distance from Nashville: 163 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$2,555 to $3,341
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Nashville: 240 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,490 to $1,642
Weekly Pay*
Behavioral Health (psych) RN needed for Adult unit at 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Nashville: 240 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,490 to $1,642
Weekly Pay*
Behavioral Health (psych) RN needed for Adult unit at 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Nashville: 240 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,490 to $1,642
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Behavioral Health unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Nashville: 240 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,490 to $1,642
Weekly Pay*
Behavioral Health (psych) RN needed for Adult unit at 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Milledgeville, Georgia – 31062
    Distance from Nashville: 294 miles
  • 8 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 10
$1,657 to $1,826
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
    Distance from Nashville: 306 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,445 to $1,593
Weekly Pay*
Frye Regional Medical Center includes a 355-bed acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women’s Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
    Distance from Nashville: 306 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$1,445 to $1,593
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
    Distance from Nashville: 306 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,445 to $1,593
Weekly Pay*
Frye Regional Medical Center includes a 355-bed acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women’s Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Galax, Virginia – 24333
    Distance from Nashville: 328 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,666 to $1,836
Weekly Pay*
At Twin County Regional Healthcare, we compassionately pursue the health and well-being of our patients, employees and the community through our culture of exceptional service and commitment to quality. Welcome to a place where people care about you and your health. At Twin County Regional Healthcare, we’re the region’s leader in providing quality healthcare services. That’s because we’re so much more than a hospital. We’re an organized healthcare delivery system dedicated to providing healthcare services you need. Opened its doors in 1973 as the region’s source for high quality, affordable healthcare. A 141-bed facility that includes acute care, ambulatory care and emergency services. Duke LifePoint promises to engage with our patients and people, lead quality innovation and advance knowledge to improve health in the communities we serve. Twin County Regional Healthcare offers many areas of specialty care, including: · Cardiac Rehabilitation · Emergency Services · Orthopedic Services · Pain Management · Surgery, etc. Galax, VA Known as the “Old-Time Music Capital of the World” Annual Galax Old Fiddlers Convention, world’s oldest and largest fiddler’s festival. A charming town with unique shops, local restaurants and seasonal farmer’s markets, welcoming escape for visitors. New River Trail State Park, 57-mile liner park passing through 4 counties in Galax.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
    Distance from Nashville: 348 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 12
$2,075 to $2,287
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! In 2024, Carle Health Methodist Hospital achieved its fifth Magnet designation.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
    Distance from Nashville: 348 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 12
$2,040 to $2,248
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! In 2024,Carle Health Methodist Hospital achieved its fifth Magnet designation
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Salem, Virginia – 24153
    Distance from Nashville: 381 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,596 to $1,759
Weekly Pay*
RN needed for Adolescent Behavioural Health unit. Will be assigned Adult patients as needed per behavioral health dept census. 500 bed teaching facility that serves as a regional referral center for comprehensive medical services. Salem is a city of 25k, the Roanoke County seat, and an integral part of Virginia’s Blue Ridge region. The city features a charming downtown combining historical elements, a delicious food & drink scene, and rich arts & cultural amenities.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Savannah, Georgia – 31406
    Distance from Nashville: 430 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 8
$1,557 to $1,716
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Savannah, Georgia – 31406
    Distance from Nashville: 430 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,557 to $1,716
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Lynchburg, Virginia – 24503
    Distance from Nashville: 431 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 10, 2025
  • 12
$1,689 to $1,861
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Battle Creek, Michigan – 49015
    Distance from Nashville: 434 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,559 to $1,718
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Behavioral Health unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Harrisonville, Missouri – 64701
    Distance from Nashville: 449 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,566 to $1,725
Weekly Pay*
Behavorial Health RN needed for 10 bed geriatric unit
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – 15213
    Distance from Nashville: 472 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,477 to $1,628
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Facility is looking for the right Psych RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Kansas City, Missouri – 64130
    Distance from Nashville: 472 miles
  • 12 D,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,566 to $1,725
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding Behavioral Health unit is looking for the right RN to join their team
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Kansas City, Missouri – 64130
    Distance from Nashville: 472 miles
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,566 to $1,725
Weekly Pay*
– Bridges Senior Behavioral Health Unit, run in partnership between Research Psychiatric Center (RPC), a campus of Research Medical Center and Kansas City’s leading behavioral healthcare provider, and Western Missouri Medical Center – Campus is located 60 miles southeast of Kansas City
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Statistics on Psych RN Jobs in Nashville, Tennessee

Here are some helpful statistics about Psych traveling nurse jobs in & near Nashville. The data is based on the last three complete months of Psych job postings in the Nashville and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Psychiatric job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Nashville and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel Psych Nursing Jobs for RNs in Nashville, TN

What types of shifts are most common for Psych travel jobs in Nashville?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Nashville and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Psychiatric nurse make on average in Nashville and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Psychiatric nurse in Nashville can make an average of $1,534 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Psychiatric nurse make on average in Nashville and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Psychiatric nurse in Nashville can make an average of $1,534 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Psychiatric staff in or near Nashville?

  • VUMC Department of Pathology Microbiology and Immunology in Nashville (1.7 miles from Nashville)
  • VUSM Dept of Psychiatry in Nashville (2 miles from Nashville)
  • Tennessee Retina PC in Nashville (1.6 miles from Nashville)
  • Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehab Hospital in Nashville (2.1 miles from Nashville)
  • TriStar Mt. Juliet ER in Mount Juliet (14.5 miles from Nashville)

What is the most common contract for Psychiatric travel jobs in Nashville?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Psychiatric job in Nashville is 13.

Locating Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs in Nashville

In Nashville, facilities like VUMC Department of Pathology Microbiology and Immunology, VUSM Dept of Psychiatry and Tennessee Retina PC, all offer Psych departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Hope Gardens (zip code 37219), Downtown Nashville (zip code 37219) and Cherokee Park (zip code 37212) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Nashville’s Psych job opportunities are Hermitage (9.3 miles), Antioch (9.6 miles) and Hendersonville (13.3 miles). These are near to zip codes: 37232 (1.7 miles), 37076 (9.8 miles) and 37075 (14.2 miles).

Nashville Hospitals With Psych Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have Psych nurses in Nashville. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling Psych nurse position in or nearby Nashville.

Centennial Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 1, 13, and 14
Address
2300 Patterson St
Nashville, TN 37203
Nearby Neighborhoods
Hope Gardens (37219), Downtown Nashville (37219), Buena Vista (37208), Cherokee Park (37212), North Capitol (37219)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.