Psychiatric Rn Jobs

A Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) plays an important role in the mental health industry by providing specialized care to patients with mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression among others. They are responsible for assessing and diagnosing the mental condition of a patient, administering medication and treatments, and developing and implementing patient care plans. Their role also involves providing psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and teaching patients' families about their loved ones' condition and how to create a supportive home environment.

Before becoming a Psychiatric RN, individuals often have experience in roles such as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Certified Nursing Assistant. To become a Psychiatric RN, one must complete a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) and pass the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain a Registered Nurse (RN) license. Additional specialized training or certification in psychiatric-mental health nursing is highly recommended. Important skills required for this role include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, resilience, the ability to work under pressure, and a thorough understanding of mental health laws and ethics.

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Travel Nurse - Psychiatry RN $2700/wk

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 hours ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Psychiatry registered nurse for a travel assignment in SD. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a Psychiatry travel nurse....

Travel Nurse - Psychiatry RN $1980/wk

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 hours ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Psychiatry registered nurse for a travel assignment in IA. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a Psychiatry travel nurse....

Travel Nurse - Psychiatry RN $1728/wk

  • Winchester, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 2 hours ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Psychiatry registered nurse for a travel assignment in VA. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a Psychiatry travel nurse....

Geri Psych Registered Nurse

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 2 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 2 hours ago

Apply today for our RN Mental Health opportunity....

Registered Nurse Behavioral Health

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Experience is psychiatric nursing and Emergency Room is preferred. Current BLS from the American Heart Association is required....

Health Nursing is preferred....

RN Adult Psych FT Days

  • East Weymouth, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • East Weymouth, MA
  • 19 hours ago

Up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to...

RN Adult Psych FT Nights

  • Brookline, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Brookline, MA
  • 19 hours ago

Up to 20K Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing...

RN Behavioral Health FT Days

  • Mount Lemmon, AZ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Mount Lemmon, AZ
  • 19 hours ago

Up to $10K Bonus Based on Eligibility Welcome to Carondelet Health Network, where making a real difference in people's lives is at the heart of everything we do. Beyond just medical treatments, we...

Details Department: Adult Psychiatric Behavioral Health - Patient Access Admitting Schedule: Full Time Night Shift - 12 hour shifts: 6:45 pm - 7:15 am. self scheduling process. Requirement of 2...

RN - Psychiatry

  • Elliston, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Elliston, VA
  • 1 day ago

Entrust Your Career to HealthTrust! At HealthTrust, we believe that healthcare is not defined by the four walls in which it is practiced. Its defined by its people. We pride ourselves on crafting...

Travel Nurse - Psychiatry RN $1836/wk

  • Salem, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 1 day ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Psychiatry registered nurse for a travel assignment in VA. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a Psychiatry travel nurse....

Travel Nurse - Psychiatry RN $2304/wk

  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 1 day ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Psychiatry registered nurse for a travel assignment in NE. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a Psychiatry travel nurse....

APP - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Dickinson, ND
  • 1 day ago
  • Dickinson, ND
  • 1 day ago

Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances....

Pediatric Behavioral Health Nurse Manager

  • Payson, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Payson, IL
  • 1 day ago

Join an award-winning healthcare team as a Pediatric Behavioral Health Nurse Manager at a leading acute care hospital in western Illinois! This premier healthcare facility located in the heart of...

Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
This study guide contains all topics related to Psychiatric, Behavioral, and Mental Health. Educate Simplify's core product is Continuing Education for Medical and Non-Medical Professionals. Our...
Medicating for Mental Health: Judicious Use of Psychiatric Drugs
Psychiatric medications are widely prescribed to treat psychological disorders. Learn how to effectively use these drugs to improve their ability to help. It is highly likely that you, a member of...
General Psychiatric Management for BPD
This is HMS CME Online course with faculty from McLean Hospital is targeted to Primary Care and Specialty Physicians, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists,...

Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatric Rns
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%