Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Elk Grove, CA

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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LocumTenens

Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Sacramento, California

  • LocumTenens
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • LocumTenens
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 7 days ago

A clinic is seeking a Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for locum tenens coverage. Sacramento is America's Farm-to-Fork Capital. Pick your pleasure, whether it's our farm-fresh...

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Interventional Psychiatry

  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Part-time or Full-time Requirements Master's degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) from an accredited program....

Floater Nurse - Licensed Psychiatric Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse

  • Lodi, CA (23 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lodi, CA (23 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Floater Nurse - Licensed Psychiatric Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse We offer competitive salary, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth. Aegis /...

Registered Nurse, Psychiatry

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Organization: SCP-Sutter Center for Psychiatry Position Overview: The Registered Nurse in the Mental Health setting manages the patient/family experience through utilization of critical thinking, teamwork...

Registered Nurse, Psychiatry - Call Center

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Organization: SCP-Sutter Center for Psychiatry Position Overview: The Registered Nurse in the Mental Health setting manages the patient/family experience through utilization of critical thinking, teamwork...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Health TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 5 years of recent relevant experience....

California Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Opportunity

  • Citrus Heights, CA (17 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Citrus Heights, CA (17 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Opportunity 4 or 5-Day Workweek Citrus Heights, CA Join a respected community health organization in Citrus Heights, California, as they grow their Behavioral Health team...

Psychiatric Nurse Revised

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 15 days ago

to require mental health treatment services Conduct and assist in formal and informal individual and group counseling Assist in and physically subdue resisting patients with a minimum of force necessary...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (California) Becoming a SonderMind psychiatric provider means joining a community of mental health professionals who are committed to making a difference in...

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in our integrated healthcare model, providing direct nursing care and support to patients with mental...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Bring your psychiatry skills to the nation's leading innovative evidence-based Outpatient Psychiatry practice in the...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (14 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) you are an integral part of developing and delivering a personal care plan, ensuring high quality, clinically appropriate, team-based behavioral health care...

Psychiatric Nurse - II - #2025-14330-01

  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Roseville, CA (20 miles from Elk Grove, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Mental health procedures and practices relative to the delivery of psychiatric nursing care. Resources available to mentally ill persons....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Elk Grove, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Elk Grove, CA 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 Elk Grove, CA
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%