Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Huntington, NY

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 (20 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (20 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 14 days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Islip, NY (14 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Islip, NY (14 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

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

RN Registered Nurse Psych Visits FT

  • Norwalk, CT (17 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Norwalk, CT (17 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Huntington, NY
  • 20 hours ago
  • Huntington, NY
  • 20 hours ago

Job Description Performs a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for patient admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and outcome evaluation. Participates in...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adolescent Psych

  • Port Chester, NY (17 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Port Chester, NY (17 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health- Adolescent Psych

  • Westport, CT (18 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Westport, CT (18 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Beaver Pond

  • Queens Village, NY (20 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (20 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 7 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...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Psych

  • Old Greenwich, CT (13 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Old Greenwich, CT (13 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Vincents Behavioral Health Center in Westport is a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility specializing in care for children, adolescents, and adults with mental health and dual diagnosis substance use...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Psych

  • Westport, CT (18 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Westport, CT (18 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Vincent's Behavioral Health Center in Westport is a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility specializing in care for children, adolescents, and adults with mental health and dual diagnosis substance use...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Unit - St. Charles Hospital

  • Port Jefferson, NY (19 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (19 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Nights (United States of America) Mercy Health About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused...

Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health

  • Amityville, NY (12 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Amityville, NY (12 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 13 days ago

, counseling services, social services....

Registered Nurse Psych Visits FT

  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (22 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 14 days ago

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our...

Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), Creedmoor Psychiatric Center, P25894

  • Queens Village, NY (20 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (20 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 16 days ago

The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness...

Mental Health Registered Nurse (RN) (Part-Time, Weekend)

  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 19 days ago

DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with eating, mental health, and substance use disorders, and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the...

Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health - Adult Psych

  • Greens Farms, CT (17 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Greens Farms, CT (17 miles from Huntington, NY)
  • 21 days ago

Description - External Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment...

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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
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Huntington, NY

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 Huntington, NY 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 Huntington, NY
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%