Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Lafayette, CO

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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Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Psychiatric Nurse Coordinator - RN

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 18 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 18 days ago

Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation....

Adult Psychiatric Nurse - RN

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation....

Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse - RN - PRN

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation....

RN - Psych & Mental Health

  • Denver, CO (22 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Denver, CO (22 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 18 hours ago

Qualifications and Job Info: 1-2 years of recent Behavioral Health experience BLS/ACLS certification Active state nursing license Demonstrate the highest level of professionalism when interacting with...

Outpatient Mental Health Clinic-Registered Nurse

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Summary This is an OPEN-CONTINOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. The Outpatient Mental Health Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or...

Registered Nurse (RN) - ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy) $10K-$20K sign-on bonus

  • Louisville, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 5 days ago

Must possess knowledge of general and psychiatric nursing processes, therapeutic relationships and processes, age specific growth and development, limit setting, crisis and behavior management....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Integrated Medical and Psychiatric Care Unit (IMAP) - Nights

  • Denver, CO (20 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO (20 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 6 days ago

Department 4 Adult PsychThe following positions within Inpatient Adolescent Psychiatry, Inpatient Adult Psychiatry, Psychiatric Emergency Services, CARES, and Outpatient Behavioral Health Services are...

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Services IP

  • Boulder, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boulder, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 6 days ago

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Services - Inpatient Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303 $42.27 - $59.41 an hour - Full-Time Nights, 36 hours per week *Range includes night differential...

Travel RN Behavioral Health Days

  • Arvada, CO (15 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Arvada, CO (15 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 6 days ago

Provides psychiatric nursing to a complex behavioral health patient population in a complex environment....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Commerce City, CO (20 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Commerce City, CO (20 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 7 days ago

With SonderMind, you can practice psychiatry the way youve always envisioned while providing high-quality, evidence-based care for improved outcomes with ease....

RN-Behavioral Health

  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 10 days ago

RN - Behavioral Health A bonus of up to $9,000 is available for those who qualify!? Ask us about the details today....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 29 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 29 days ago

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

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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Medicating for Mental Health: Judicious Use of Psychiatric Drugs
Psychiatric medications are widely prescribed to treat psychological disorders. Learn how to effectively use these drugs to improve their ability to help. It is highly likely that you, a member of...
General Psychiatric Management for BPD
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Lafayette, CO

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 Lafayette, CO 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 Lafayette, CO
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%