Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Paramus, NJ

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)

  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

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

LPNP (Remote)

  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Remote Work

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (9 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Travel Behavioral Health RN - $2,495 per week

  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Nightingale Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Brooklyn, New York. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN Start...

Travel Psychiatric Registered Nurse

  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Travel Psychiatric Registered Nurse - $2,495 per week Nightingale Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Brooklyn, New York. Job Description & Requirements...

Registered Nurse - Young Adult Unit - Full Time Days

  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Registered Nurse - Inpatient Psychiatry - Young Adult Unit - Full Time Days In this role, the Registered Nurse will be working with young adults, ages 18-29, with emerging psychiatric disorders on a...

Psych RN Manhattan

  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

addition tothe assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance usedisorders....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

health conditions....

Psychiatric RN $70 an hour

  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

addition tothe assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance usedisorders....

Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric (Kingsboro ATC)

  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Health and Office of Addiction Services and Supports....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - MAP Bronx

  • Bronx, NY (11 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (11 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Funded by the NYS Office of Mental Health and Medicaid, MAP comprises apartments in Manhattan and the Bronx for 87 clients who can function and thrive in a more independent living environment than a...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Beaver Pond

  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient evaluation and treatment, medication management, case conferencing and in-service training to the staff. Provide input into the incident review committee and...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Inwood Residence

  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient evaluation and treatment, medication management, case conferencing and in-service training to the staff. Provide input into the incident review committee and...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Lex Safe Haven

  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient evaluation and treatment, medication management, case conferencing and in-service training to the staff. Provide input into the incident review committee and...

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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General Psychiatric Management for BPD
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Paramus, NJ

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 Paramus, NJ 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 Paramus, NJ
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%