Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Quakertown, PA

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

  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNP) to join our diverse network of contracted providers....

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Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health- Days

  • Pottstown, PA (20 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pottstown, PA (20 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 4 days ago

The registered nurse develops, implements and evaluates the nursing plan of patient care and implements the medical plan of care in collaboration with all disciplines. Hours: 7am-7:30pm/Every 3rd...

Registered Nurse (RN) - 3rd Shift - $7,500 HIRING BONUS

  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 6 days ago

health conditions and co-occurring disorders....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Pennsylvania

  • Pennsburg, PA (9 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pennsburg, PA (9 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Becoming a SonderMind psychiatric provider means joining a community of mental health professionals who are committed to making a difference in people's lives through personalized, evidence-based psychiatric...

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Job in Ambler Gr8Jobs

  • Ambler, PA (19 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Ambler, PA (19 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 9 days ago

The Horsham Clinic, located in Ambler, PA, is actively seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for admissions....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Bethlehem, PA (9 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (9 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Bethlehem, PA. Thriveworks is a clinician-founded national private practice group with locations in 48 states....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Phoenixville, PA (23 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Phoenixville, PA (23 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Why You'll Love This Job Advance your career to a whole new level providing much-needed healthcare services to clients in long term care facilities as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with MediTelecare,...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Hybrid Allentown, PA

  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

About The Role As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Blackbird Health, you'll play an essential role in delivering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, and medication...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Hybrid Fort Washington, PA

  • Fort Washington, PA (23 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Washington, PA (23 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

About The Role As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Blackbird Health, you'll play an essential role in delivering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, and medication...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Horsham, PA (20 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Horsham, PA (20 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Complete Mind Care of PA Horsham, PA Full-Time About Us: Complete Mind Care of PA (CMC of PA) is a private practice dedicated to providing patient-centered...

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Graduate Nurse and Registered Nurse Behavioral Health Internship, In-Patient Network

  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA (12 miles from Quakertown, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Directly supervises and is accountable for the care provided by the Mental Health Technician and all other ancillary staff....

Demographic Data for Quakertown, PA

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Quakertown, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Quakertown, PA 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 Quakertown, PA
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%