Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Olympia, WA

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 - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Job in Shelton Gr8Jobs

  • Shelton, WA (22 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Shelton, WA (22 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 3 hours ago

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Facility: Washington DOC Location: Shelton, WA Start Date: 3/4 Hours: 40 Hourly Pay: $105 Total Weekly & Total Annual (prior to taxes): $4200 Weekly and...

RN Psychiatric

  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 8 days ago

The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise....

Acute Registered Nurse RN On Call - Mental Health 263

  • McCleary, WA (19 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • McCleary, WA (19 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 16 days ago

Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems....

Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric

  • Olympia, WA
  • 29 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 29 days ago

nursing required Three (3) years of experience as a Psychiatric provider At least one (1) to two (2) years experience providing direct patient care to persons receiving treatment for psychiatric disorders...

RN Registered Nurse On Call - Acute Mental Health 264 265

  • Shelton, WA (22 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shelton, WA (22 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

an acute mental health emergency....

DSHS WSH License Practical Nurse - Psychiatric Security Nurse

  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

DSHS WSH Licensed Practical Nurse - Psychiatric Security Nurse We are expanding our team of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) with experience in caring for individuals with behavioral health...

Behavioral Health RN

  • McChord AFB, WA (21 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 29 days ago
  • McChord AFB, WA (21 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 29 days ago

You will identify mental health and nursing diagnoses, plan patient education, and coordinate discharge planning....

Demographic Data for Olympia, WA

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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General Psychiatric Management for BPD
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Olympia, WA

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 Olympia, WA 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 Olympia, WA
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%