Psychiatric Rn Jobs in South Tucson, AZ

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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Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 19 days ago

El Dorado Springs Behavioral Health is a 106-bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Tucson community....

RN Psychiatric

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities Performs initial nursing evaluation, including behavioral health/psychiatric nursing needs....

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 4 hours ago

At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Role and Responsibilities The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) will: Counsels and educates patients and families about acute and chronic conditions or concerns....

House Supervisor (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

El Dorado Springs Behavioral Health is a 106-bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Tucson community....

Full Time Registered Nurse (RN) - Tucson, AZ (0.9, Back End Days)

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 6 days ago

Overview We're not just behavioral health people-we're crisis people. Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care....

Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 7 days ago

El Dorado Springs Behavioral Health is a 106-bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Tucson community....

Registered Nurse RN Behavioral Health East DeEx DS

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 8 days ago

Other services include; crisis stabilization, psychiatric assessments, 24-hours psychiatric & nursing care, expressive arts therapy, group therapy, family support therapy, medication management and...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 15 days ago

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

RN Behavioral Health

  • Oro Valley, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Oro Valley, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for...

Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 26 days ago

Behavioral Health Authority....

RN Behavioral Health FT Nights

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 28 days ago

-Delegation -Supervision -Prioritization THE RN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH FT NIGHTS CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE....

RN Behavioral Health PRN

  • Oro Valley, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oro Valley, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for...

Registered Nurse, Assessment and Referral (RN)- PRN Night Shift

  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ (10 miles from South Tucson, AZ)
  • 45+ days ago

Palo Verde Behavioral Health Hospital provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults suffering from mental health and addictive illnesses....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in South Tucson, AZ

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 South Tucson, AZ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.6%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatric Rns in South Tucson, AZ
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%