Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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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RN Psychiatric

  • Lakewood Ranch, FL (10 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lakewood Ranch, FL (10 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 6 hours ago

Crisis Stabilization Unit’s create a beacon of hope for individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges....

RN Behavioral Health

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 2 days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Rn Behavioral Health you want in your current role? We invest in what matters most to nurses like you - at home, at work, and...

Registered Nurse Night Full Time Psych

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 3 days ago

Department Behavioral Health IP Job Summary Provides professional nursing care to patients and families in an acute clinical care environment, guided by the SMHCS nursing professional practice...

Psychiatric Registrered Nurse (Psych- RN)

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 12 days ago

The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Full time opening for a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner needed for a growing mental health agency in our Venice, FL location....

Psych Registered Nurse RN - Home Health (PRN)

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a PRN Home Health Psych RN - Registered Psych Nurse. The Home Health Psych RN - Registered Psych Nurse helps provide each Empath Home...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/ Outpatient clinic/Full-Time Employment/Bradenton

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Harmony United Psychiatric Care Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/ Outpatient clinic/Full-Time Employment/Bradenton in Bradenton , Florida Company: Harmony United Psychiatric Care Job Title...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/Outpatient Clinic/Independent Contractor/Bradenton

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

Harmony United Psychiatric Care Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/Outpatient Clinic/Independent Contractor/Bradenton in Bradenton , Florida Company Name: Harmony United Psychiatric Care Job...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Sarasota, FL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
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 in Sarasota, FL
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%