Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Vermont

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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Travel Nurse - Psychiatry RN $2268/wk

  • Burlington, VT
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 1 day ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Psychiatry registered nurse for a travel assignment in VT. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a Psychiatry travel nurse....

Start Date: 3/17/2025 Shift: 7:00PM - 7:30AM Duration: 13 weeks Description: Works with the multidisciplinary team to identify individual and group needs and interventions. Utilizes the nursing...

Travel Nurse - Psychiatry RN $2160/wk

  • Brattleboro, VT
  • 27 days ago
  • Brattleboro, VT
  • 27 days ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Psychiatry registered nurse for a travel assignment in VT. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a Psychiatry travel nurse....

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • VT
  • 45+ days ago
  • VT
  • 45+ days ago

We equip mental health practitioners with the tools and resources they need to run a flourishing private practice....

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Burlington, VT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 45+ days ago

We equip mental health practitioners with the tools and resources they need to run a flourishing private practice....

Mental Health Nurse

  • Bennington, VT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bennington, VT
  • 60+ days ago

health nursing process, individual/family dynamics in health and during illness Minimum of six months in mental health nursing, including individual and group therapy Civilian mental health nursing...

Behavioral Health RN

  • Burlington, VT
  • 2 hours ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 2 hours ago

Must have a valid RN license in the state where they will be practicing, BLS certification, and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification (RN-BC) is preferred....

Travel Nurse (RN) Psychiatric (Psych) Burlington, Vermont 947724

  • Burlington, VT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 8 hours ago

Job Details Start Date 04/21/2025 Shift Nights Duration 16 weeks Specialty Psychiatric, Travel Nursing City Burlington State VT Experience 1 Years Estimated Pay $1,924.00 - $2,174.00 weekly Job...

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,272 per week

  • Brattleboro, VT
  • 13 hours ago
  • Brattleboro, VT
  • 13 hours ago

Bestica is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Brattleboro, Vermont. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN Start Date:...

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,101 per week

  • Brattleboro, VT
  • 13 hours ago
  • Brattleboro, VT
  • 13 hours ago

Care Team Solutions is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Brattleboro, Vermont. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN...

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,203 per week

  • Burlington, VT
  • 17 hours ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 17 hours ago

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Burlington, Vermont. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start Date:...

Travel Registered Nurse Psych

  • Burlington, VT
  • 17 hours ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 17 hours ago

As a Psychiatric RN, you will play a crucial role in the treatment and care of patients with mental health disorders....

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $1,984 per week

  • Brattleboro, VT
  • 19 hours ago
  • Brattleboro, VT
  • 19 hours ago

GetMed Staffing, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Brattleboro, Vermont. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN...

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,983 per week in Burlington, VT

  • Burlington, VT
  • 21 hours ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 21 hours ago

TravelNurseSource is working with OneStaff Medical to find a qualified Psych RN in Burlington, Vermont, 05401! Pay Information $1,983 per week About The Position We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An...

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,218 per week in Brattleboro, VT

  • Burlington, VT
  • 22 hours ago
  • Burlington, VT
  • 22 hours ago

TravelNurseSource is working with QS Nurses to find a qualified Psych RN in Brattleboro, Vermont, 05302! Pay Information $2,218 per week About The Position QS Nurses is looking for the best of the...

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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 Vermont

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 Vermont offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
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 Vermont
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%