Psychiatric Rn Jobs in High Ridge, MO

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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Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric - 3x12 Nights

  • East Saint Louis, IL (24 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 4 hours ago
  • East Saint Louis, IL (24 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 4 hours ago

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) that is licensed or in the immediate process, and qualifies, of obtaining Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities- Services: A Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) is a licensed professional who practices as an independent...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - PRN

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 9 days ago

McCallum Place Eating Disorder Center - St. Louis 231 W Lockwood Ave, Ste 202 Webster Groves, MO 63119 McCallum Place is a nationally acclaimed, comprehensive eating disorder treatment center for...

Advice Nurse, Mental Health- Work From Home

  • Clayton, MO (16 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Clayton, MO (16 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 9 days ago

Organization: SHSO-Population Health Services-Utah Position Overview: The Virtual Mental Health Intake RN is a Registered Nurse who provides competent and thorough intake services by conducting initial...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Weldon Spring, MO (17 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Weldon Spring, MO (17 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 10 days ago

Our levels of care are separated by age group: Adolescents (ages 12-17): Inpatient mental health treatment, detoxification, dual diagnosis treatment, residential treatment for substance use disorders...

RN- Behavioral Health (Part Time- Nights)

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 12 days ago

Registred Nurse- Behavioral Health- Part Time- Nights 2x/week We're a Little Different Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional...

Clinical Nurse Inpatient Psych PRN

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 22 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 22 days ago

The team in Psychiatry is a well-rounded group caring for patients with a wide range of Psychiatric illnesses....

RN - Behavioral Health, Part-time

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 24 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 24 days ago

Here at Mercy our dedicated multi-disciplinary team promotes a structured therapeutic program to help those in crisis through evaluation, education, medication therapy, individual and group therapy...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Missouri)

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Nurse LPN/RN Behavioral Health Outpatient

  • High Ridge, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • High Ridge, MO
  • 30+ days ago

We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC)....

RN - Behavioral Health, PRN

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Here at Mercy our dedicated multi-disciplinary team promotes a structured therapeutic program to help those in crisis through evaluation, education, medication therapy, individual and group therapy...

Psych Nurse

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 45+ days ago

Amergis Psych Nurse in St. Louis , Missouri -36/48 hour rotation with opportunity for OT -12 hour shifts -6:30a-6p or 6:30p-6:00a -must have MO RN license -mandatory 4/7/2025 start date -OT rate...

RN - Behavioral Health, Full-time

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 45+ days ago

Here at Mercy our dedicated multi-disciplinary team promotes a structured therapeutic program to help those in crisis through evaluation, education, medication therapy, individual and group therapy...

Registered Nurse - (Behavioral Health)

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 45+ days ago

Experience in a Mental Health setting is strongly preferred. Experience in supervision of staff in a residential setting is strongly preferred....

Adjunct Instructor - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from High Ridge, MO)
  • 60+ days ago

Minimum Qualifications Currently Practicing as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Minimum of one year experience working as a licensed NP (graduate school experience does not apply) Board...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in High Ridge, MO

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in High Ridge, MO 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 High Ridge, MO
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%