Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Illinois

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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An inpatient facility is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in Anna, Illinois. The position involves working with a severely mentally ill...

A developmentally disabled facility is seeking psychiatric coverage. While in Anna, Illinois, you don't want to miss driving over to Giant City State Park for horseback riding, fishing, hiking,...

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 hours ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Illinois. Thriveworks is a clinician-founded national private practice group with locations in 48 states....

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Registered Nurse Crisis Services Overnight

  • Wheaton, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 16 hours ago

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS : Current Registered Nurse license from the State of Illinois, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and previous crisis psychiatric nursing experience preferred....

Staff RN Psych Adult DAY Shift Part TIme

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards.4....

RN - Behavioral Health Clinic

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 3 days ago

Outpatient Behavioral Health population ages 5 and up; ; this RN position will primarily work with our pediatric psychiatry providers....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Illinois)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Illinois) Becoming a SonderMind psychiatric provider means joining a community of mental health professionals who are committed to making a difference in people's...

Staff RN Psych Night Shift

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

RN-Mental Health Unit (Inpatient)

  • Normal, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Normal, IL
  • 7 days ago

Overview ***$10,000 Sign on Bonus (3yr Commitment) external only RN >1yr *** Mental Health Position Highlights: Number of beds on unit: 19 beds Patient population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit...

Mental Health RN (BSN)

  • Rockford, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 7 days ago

Completes admission procedures for all programs within the Center for Mental Health (CFMH.) Performs telephone triage functions....

Staff Nurse RN - Behavioral Health

  • Kankakee, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Kankakee, IL
  • 8 days ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

Registered Nurse Mental Health Intake-PM/Nights-LOH Nursing Admin & Intake

  • Naperville, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 8 days ago

Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of hospital admission policies including, but not limited to, the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), Mental Health Code, Mental Health...

Staff RN Psych Adult Night Shift

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

Staff RN - Psych Child and Adolescent Night Shift

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

Staff RN - Inpatient Psych Night Shift

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Illinois

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 in Illinois 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 Illinois
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%