Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Michigan

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 - Adult Psych Unit, Afternoons

  • Marquette, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Marquette, MI
  • 9 days ago

Registered Nurse (RN), Adult Psychiatric Unit Full-Time | 0.8 FTE| 8-hour shift length | Afternoons $7,500 Sign-on Bonus Available *Based on meeting eligibility requirements. Your experience...

Behavioral Health Nurse

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 20 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 20 days ago

Prior mental health experience preferred. Prior Phlebotomy experience preferred....

RN Behavioral Health Admissions Utilization Management

  • Saint Joseph, MI
  • moments ago
  • Saint Joseph, MI
  • moments ago

RNs will care for patients requiring refocusing and regaining mental health, inpatient rehab for substance abuse, and detoxification....

Intake Psychiatric Registered Nurse RN Per Diem

  • Byron Center, MI
  • moments ago
  • Byron Center, MI
  • moments ago

Responsibilities Southridge Behavioral Hospital is a beautiful and new state-of-the-art facility. As a joint venture with the Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, we will serve up...

Registered Nurse (RN) - FT Night Adolescent/Child Unit

  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 11 hours ago

This position also assesses mental health needs, develops nursing diagnoses, identifies outcomes, plans and evaluates nursing care....

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health - 36 Hours - Day Shift

  • Warren, MI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Warren, MI
  • 12 hours ago

Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Macomb - Oakland Hospitals Department: Psychiatric Nursing Unit 001 Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable...

Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 12 hours ago

NPs: Psychiatric Mental Health Certification (PMHNP) PAs: Psychiatric practice certification Candidate must apply for and be granted appropriate clinical privileges through MMC's normal credentialing...

Psychiatric Registered Nurse - Older Adult Unit

  • West Bloomfield, MI
  • 23 hours ago
  • West Bloomfield, MI
  • 23 hours ago

Full-time Psychiatric RN for Older Adult Unit....

Psychiatric, Nurse Practitioner

  • Baldwin, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Baldwin, MI
  • 1 day ago

Supervises nursing staff providing mental health services. Works closely within a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide quality mental healthcare....

Psych Registered Nurse Part Time Night

  • Byron Center, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Byron Center, MI
  • 2 days ago

They oversee and direct the Mental Health Technicians on their units to provide for the safety and needs of the patients....

Behavioral Health Nurse (RN #)

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago

Prior mental health experience preferred. Prior Phlebotomy experience preferred....

RN - Behavioral Health - Up to $10,000 Sign On Bonus

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 3 days ago

Join our Bronson Behavioral Health team in Battle Creek, MI as a full-time Psychiatric RN!...

Assertive Community Treatment Registered Nurse

  • Alpena, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Alpena, MI
  • 3 days ago

health....

Registered Nurse - Health Services

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 3 days ago

Community mental health experience preferred. Licenses and Certifications: Valid Michigan Driver’s license with a good driving record. A licensed registered nurse (RN)....

Psych Registered Nurse - PRN

  • New Baltimore, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • New Baltimore, MI
  • 4 days ago

Harbor Oaks Hospital, New Baltimore's leading Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Center is seeking passionate Registered Nurses (RN) to work at our facility in New Baltimore, MI....

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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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 in Michigan

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 Michigan 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 Michigan
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%