Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Hampton, VA

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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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Chesapeake, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Registered Nurse

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Reports to the Director of Patient Care Services - Mental Health and Psych Services....

Full Time Psych Registered Nurse - Norfolk, VA

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Health Nurse and their role within the ED Demonstrated ability to provide a safe environment and interventions to manage alterations in mental/behavioral health and ensure patient and staff safety...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Chesapeake, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Remote Work

RN - Psychiatric Nurse

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Health Nurse and their role within the ED Demonstrated ability to provide a safe environment and interventions to manage alterations in mental/behavioral health and ensure patient and staff safety...

Full Time Psych RN

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Health Nurse and their role within the ED Demonstrated ability to provide a safe environment and interventions to manage alterations in mental/behavioral health and ensure patient and staff safety...

Mental Health Nurse

  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 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...

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,686 per week in Richmond, VA

  • Chesapeake, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 3 hours ago

TravelNurseSource is working with Infojini Healthcare to find a qualified Psych RN in Richmond, Virginia, 23220! Pay Information $1,686 per week About The Position ID: 53713380 Shift: 19:00-07:00...

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,817 per week in Salem, VA

  • Chesapeake, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (22 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Pay Information $1,817 per week About The Position About this job As a Behavioral Health RN, also sometimes called a Mental Health RN, you will be responsible for providing nursing care for patients...

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,595 per week in Hopewell, VA

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 17 hours ago

TravelNurseSource is working with Health Carousel Travel Nursing and Allied Health to find a qualified Psych RN in Hopewell, Virginia, 23860! Pay Information $1,595 per week About The Position...

Registered Nurse - Psychiatry

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 19 hours ago

Description: Looking for Mental Health Therapy Aides for our Children/Adolescent Psych Unit. Peds experience is preferred and psych experience is required....

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,668 per week in Salem, VA

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 1 day ago

TravelNurseSource is working with Atlas MedStaff to find a qualified Psych RN in Salem, Virginia, 24153! Pay Information $1,668 per week About The Position Atlas Medstaff is currently seeking...

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,740 per week in Richmond, VA

  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 1 day ago

TravelNurseSource is working with CrossMed Healthcare to find a qualified Psych RN in Richmond, Virginia, 23220! Pay Information $1,740 per week About The Position Job Details Gross Weekly Pay:...

Inpatient Psych Nurse Manager

  • Hampton, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications: Education: Bachelors Degree in Nursing (Required) Experience: 1 year of RN experience (Required) 2 years of leadership experience (Preferred) Psychiatric Nursing experience (Preferred...

RN - Psych

  • Portsmouth, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (14 miles from Hampton, VA)
  • 5 days ago

. * Bachelor's of Science in Nursing * 12 months of inpatient Psychiatric nursing experience in the last 24 months * RN license BLS Certification...

Demographic Data for Hampton, VA

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Hampton, VA

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 Hampton, VA 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 Hampton, VA
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%