Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Arkansas

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 - PMHNP

  • Alleviant Health Centers
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago

Advanced Practitioner Job Title: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - PMHNP Position Overview Overall responsibilities include assessment and treatment of mental illness through a combination...

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RN - Behavioral Health

  • Ingenovis Health
  • Springdale, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 3 days ago

RN - Behavioral Health As a Behavioral Health RN, also sometimes called a Mental Health RN, you will be responsible for providing nursing care for patients who have a mental illness or who may be...

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RN - Behavioral Health

  • Health Advocates Network, Inc.
  • Mountain Home, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Mountain Home, AR
  • 4 days ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Wellpath
  • Brickeys, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Brickeys, AR
  • 5 days ago

You Matter Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a...

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Behavioral Health- RN- Jonesboro

  • St. Bernards Healthcare
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 5 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS Education Current licensure or permit as a registered nurse in the state of Arkansas. Experience Knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures, patient care...

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RN - Psychiatry

  • GQR
  • Springdale, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 10 days ago

Psychiatry RN Job Location: Springdale, AR Profession: Registered Nurse Estimated Pay: $1461.60 Duration (weeks): 13 Specialty: Psychiatry Shift Details: Night *Estimated weekly pay includes projected...

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RN - Behavioral Psychology

  • GQR
  • White Hall, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • White Hall, AR
  • 10 days ago

Behavioral Psychology RN Job Location: White Hall, AR Profession: Registered Nurse Estimated Pay: $1566.00 Duration (weeks): 13 Specialty: Behavioral Psychology Shift Details: Night *Estimated...

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RN Behavioral Health - Mental Health Unit

  • Baptist Health
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 12 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 12 days ago

Department: Mental Health Unit Shift: Night Working Hours: 1830-0700 Summary: A registered nurse at Baptist Health is accountable for utilizing the nursing process and the training provided by...

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RN - Psychiatric Research Institute Inpatient Unit

  • University of Arkansas - Fayetteville
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 12 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 12 days ago

include the General Adult Inpatient Unit, the Women's Inpatient Unit, the Child Diagnostic Unit, the off-campus Pulaski County Regional Crisis Stabilization Unit, and the Hospital-Based Interventional Psychiatry...

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Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

  • Aya Healthcare corporate careers
  • Springdale, AR
  • 12 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 12 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse job in Springdale, Arkansas paying $1487.00 to $1717.00 weekly. This is a 13-week contract position that...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Arkansas)

  • SonderMind
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 13 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 13 days ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Arkansas) SonderMind Little Rock, AR, USA USD 200-200 / hour Posted on May 18, 2026 Apply now Build Your Thriving Psychiatric Practice with Strategic Support...

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RN - Psychiatric Research Institute Inpatient Units

  • UAMS
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 14 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 14 days ago

include the General Adult Inpatient Unit, the Womens Inpatient Unit, the Child Diagnostic Unit, the off-campus Pulaski County Regional Crisis Stabilization Unit, and the Hospital-Based Interventional Psychiatry...

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RN - Psychiatric Research Institute Inpatient Units

  • University of Arkansas
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 14 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 14 days ago

include the General Adult Inpatient Unit, the Womens Inpatient Unit, the Child Diagnostic Unit, the off-campus Pulaski County Regional Crisis Stabilization Unit, and the Hospital-Based Interventional Psychiatry...

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric

  • Medical Edge Recruitment
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 14 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 14 days ago

Medical Edge Recruitment has an immediate opening for an RN (Registered Nurse) for a 13 week contract in Little Rock, AR. Details: Specialty: Adolescent Psychiatric Location: Little Rock, AR...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Aprn - Weekends

  • St. Bernards Healthcare
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 25 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 25 days ago

Back PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER - APRN - WEEKENDS St....

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Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Arkansas

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 Arkansas offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.0%
Bachelor's Degree
32.6%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.1%
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 Arkansas
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%