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Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs in Harrisburg, PA for RNs

Find Top RN Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top Psych travel nurse jobs in and around Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. 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 Harrisburg’s Psych nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Harrisburg 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
  • Scranton, Pennsylvania – 18501
    Distance from Harrisburg: 101 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,544 to $1,702
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Behavioral Health unit, based in exciting Scranton 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
  • Johnstown, Pennsylvania – 15905
    Distance from Harrisburg: 107 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,597 to $1,760
Weekly Pay*
This facility is the largest healthcare provider in west central Pennsylvania. Serving over a half-million patients each year and employing over 5,000 clinical and non-clinical staff members and over 450 physicians, we are committed to providing the ideal patient experience. This is a tertiary care regional referral hospital known for clinical excellence and nationally recognized patient outcomes and offers specialized services including a regional Level 1 Trauma Center, Level 3 Regional Intensive Care Nursery and high-risk obstetrical care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Elmira, New York – 14901
    Distance from Harrisburg: 126 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,963 to $2,164
Weekly Pay*
We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, with lots of inpatient psychiatric experience who understands inpatient psychiatry, someone who has good communication skills, transparency, dependable/on time, and ability to work as a team.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Elmira, New York – 14901
    Distance from Harrisburg: 126 miles
  • 8 E,
  • July 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,728 to $1,905
Weekly Pay*
We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, with lots of inpatient psychiatric experience who understands inpatient psychiatry, someone who has good communication skills, transparency, dependable/on time, and ability to work as a team.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Elmira, New York – 14901
    Distance from Harrisburg: 126 miles
  • July 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,546 to $1,704
Weekly Pay*
We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, with lots of inpatient psychiatric experience who understands inpatient psychiatry, someone who has good communication skills, transparency, dependable/on time, and ability to work as a team.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Boonton, New Jersey – 07005
    Distance from Harrisburg: 137 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,783 to $1,965
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
  • Rochester, New York – 14642
    Distance from Harrisburg: 203 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • August 18, 2025
  • 12
$1,697 to $1,870
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
  • Bridgeport, Connecticut – 06606
    Distance from Harrisburg: 203 miles
  • 8 E,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 11
$2,170 to $2,392
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
  • Sharon, Connecticut – 06069
    Distance from Harrisburg: 209 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$2,188 to $2,411
Weekly Pay*
Ratio 1:6, Requires geriatric exp, wound care, RNs will work in tandem w/ psych techs to provide ADLs to geriatric population w/ dimentia
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Sharon, Connecticut – 06069
    Distance from Harrisburg: 209 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$2,188 to $2,411
Weekly Pay*
Ratio 1:6, Requires geriatric exp, wound care, RNs will work in tandem w/ psych techs to provide ADLs to geriatric population w/ dimentia
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Sharon, Connecticut – 06069
    Distance from Harrisburg: 209 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 22, 2025
  • 14
$2,188 to $2,411
Weekly Pay*
Ratio 1:6, Requires geriatric exp, wound care, RNs will work in tandem w/ psych techs to provide ADLs to geriatric population w/ dimentia
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Sharon, Connecticut – 06069
    Distance from Harrisburg: 209 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,188 to $2,411
Weekly Pay*
Ratio 1:6, Requires geriatric exp, wound care, RNs will work in tandem w/ psych techs to provide ADLs to geriatric population w/ dimentia
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Akron, Ohio – 44304
    Distance from Harrisburg: 249 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,832 to $2,019
Weekly Pay*
Formerly known as our Gero-psych unit, this unit is in our new Behavioral Health Pavilion. Patients are mostly over 60 yrs old, dementia, depression or suicidal. This has 16 private rooms. 1 to 6/7 ratios but can be higher depending on the census. Must be willing to float within your scope of practice. BLS & CPI (non – crisis intervention) required. RN’s must be able to draw blood and manage IV’s.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Holyoke, Massachusetts – 01040
    Distance from Harrisburg: 259 miles
  • 8 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$2,649 to $2,920
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Behavioral Health unit, based in exciting Holyoke 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
  • Holyoke, Massachusetts – 01040
    Distance from Harrisburg: 259 miles
  • 8 E,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$2,032 to $2,239
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Behavioral Health unit, based in exciting Holyoke 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
  • Norwich, Connecticut – 06360
    Distance from Harrisburg: 266 miles
  • 8 E,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,957 to $2,157
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
  • Salem, Virginia – 24153
    Distance from Harrisburg: 267 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,611 to $1,776
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
  • Providence, Rhode Island – 02903
    Distance from Harrisburg: 304 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,428 to $2,676
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive order at this top healthcare provider! The elite members of this Pediatric Pysch Unit are seeking a like-minded, compassionate RN to join their ranks. With a care-giving model based on optimal patient outcomes, the ideal candidate will bring experience, innovation and compassion to these important patients. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers dedicated to providing comprehensive care within this dynamic department.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Providence, Rhode Island – 02903
    Distance from Harrisburg: 304 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,428 to $2,676
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive order at this top healthcare provider! The elite members of this Pediatric Pysch Unit are seeking a like-minded, compassionate RN to join their ranks. With a care-giving model based on optimal patient outcomes, the ideal candidate will bring experience, innovation and compassion to these important patients. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers dedicated to providing comprehensive care within this dynamic department.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Providence, Rhode Island – 02903
    Distance from Harrisburg: 304 miles
  • 12 E,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,933 to $2,527
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive order at this top healthcare provider The elite members of this Emergency Room are seeking a like-minded, compassionate RN to join their ranks. With a care-giving model based on optimal patient outcomes, the ideal candidate will bring experience, innovation and compassion to these important patients. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers dedicated to providing comprehensive care within this dynamic department.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Columbus, Ohio – 43210
    Distance from Harrisburg: 324 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,708 to $1,882
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Columbus, Ohio – 43210
    Distance from Harrisburg: 324 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,708 to $1,882
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Raleigh, North Carolina – 27617
    Distance from Harrisburg: 325 miles
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,646 to $1,814
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
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Raleigh, North Carolina – 27617
    Distance from Harrisburg: 325 miles
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,646 to $1,814
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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Statistics on Psych RN Jobs in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Here are some helpful statistics about Psych traveling nurse jobs in & near Harrisburg. The data is based on the last three complete months of Psych job postings in the Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel Psych Nursing Jobs for RNs in Harrisburg, PA

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

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

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

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Psychiatric nurse in Harrisburg can make an average of $2,185 per week based on recent job availability.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Psychiatric nurse in Harrisburg can make an average of $2,138 per week based on recent job availability data.

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

  • Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute in Harrisburg
  • Geisinger – Bloomsburg Hospital in Bloomsburg (55.2 miles from Harrisburg)
  • Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center in Baltimore (69.5 miles from Harrisburg)
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore (69.5 miles from Harrisburg)

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

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

Locating Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs in Harrisburg

In Harrisburg, facilities like Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, all offer Psych departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Fox Ridge (zip code 17124) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Harrisburg’s Psych job opportunities are Enola (2.8 miles), Camp Hill (3 miles) and Marysville (5.3 miles). These are near to zip codes: 17815 (55.2 miles), 21224 (69.5 miles) and 21287 (69.5 miles).

Harrisburg Hospitals With Psych Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have Psych nurses in Harrisburg. 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 Harrisburg.

Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 wks, 13 wks, and 14 wks
Departments
Psychiatric
Address
2501 N. 3RD ST.
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Nearby Neighborhoods
Fox Ridge (17124)
* 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.