Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Fall River, MA

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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Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Warwick, RI (18 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (18 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 17 days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Pawtucket, RI (17 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (17 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

LPNP (Remote)

  • Pawtucket, RI (17 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (17 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Remote Work

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Travel Nurse

  • North Providence, RI (18 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Providence, RI (18 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a Registered Nurse-Emergency Room for a travel assignment in North Providence Rhode Island.

Registered Nurse- Geri/Psych (Per Diem)

  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Schedule: Per Diem Position Summary: The registered nurse, adheres to the rules and regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. is primarily responsible for professional...

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,179 per week

  • Cranston, RI (15 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (15 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Requirements: Rhode Island RN License American Health Association BLS 1-2 years of recent Psychiatric nursing experience Non- violent intervention course (CPI) Rhode Island RN License American Health...

Registered Nurse Psych FT Nights R3

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary: Provides direct patient care based on the knowledge of ANA Standards of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Butler Hospital policies and procedures, and the RI Nurse Practice Act....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • South Attleboro, MA (17 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • South Attleboro, MA (17 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Responsibilities Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunity - This opportunity is either full-time (32 hrs/week) or part-time (24 hrs/week), offers full benefits and options to work evenings (3pm -...

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric )

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Were seeking Nurse Practitioners that are: Licensed in Rhode Island Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification. Experienced with adult and/or child and adolescent populations....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • Taunton, MA (12 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (12 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Travel Exclusive Job ID 1132307 1 days ago REGISTERED NURSE - PSYCH Registered Nurse - Psychiatric JOB DETAILS Brown University Health, Rhode Island's first health system, was founded in 1994 by...

Registered Nurse

  • East Providence, RI (14 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (14 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Serves as a patient advocate by supporting patient Bill of Rights and child mental health law. Acquires and maintains technical and psychiatric specialty skills appropriate to clinical program....

PSYCH RN-Behav/ED

  • New Bedford, MA (11 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (11 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Overview Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New Bedford, MA (11 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (11 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 23 days ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Geriatrics Internal Medicine Specialists (GIMS) is a multispecialty practice group that is currently seeking a part time (potentially full time) employee for the...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Charge FT Middleboro New Grad Welcome

  • Middleborough, MA (15 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Middleborough, MA (15 miles from Fall River, MA)
  • 26 days ago

in the treatment of behavioral health settings preferred - License; A current, active, unrestricted licensure as a Massachusetts NP with prescriptive authority - Board certification in psychiatric/mental...

Demographic Data for Fall River, MA

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Fall River, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Fall River, MA 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 Fall River, MA
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%