Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Ballouville, CT

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

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Cranston, RI (24 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cranston, RI (24 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) - Psychiatric ED

  • Voluntown, CT (20 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Voluntown, CT (20 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 12 hours ago

Works closely with the emergency department and Inpatient behavioral health staff....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Psych

  • Willimantic, CT (21 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Willimantic, CT (21 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health Paid time off and health insurance packages Discounts...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - PHP.IOP - Quinebaug Treatment Center- Dayville, CT

  • Dayville, CT (1 mile from Ballouville, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dayville, CT (1 mile from Ballouville, CT)
  • 5 days ago

health system in New England, has a rewarding opportunity available for an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PHMNP) to provide outpatient PHP and IOP services for adults and...

Addiction Medicine Registered Nurse (RN) - The Ridge Recovery Center

  • Danielson, CT (6 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Danielson, CT (6 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 14 days ago

We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Adult

  • Chaplin, CT (14 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chaplin, CT (14 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Offers a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical...

Travel Behavioral Health RN

  • Mansfield Center, CT (14 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mansfield Center, CT (14 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Certifications (AHA/ARC) CPI Certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: Behavioral Health nurses assess, diagnose, and address the mental health needs...

Travel Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric (Psych)

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 23 hours ago

Travel Nurse Psychiatric Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Nurse Psychiatric. We`ll be your ticket to the travel RN Psych job you`ll love with unparalleled recruiter support and...

Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

  • North Providence, RI (21 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Providence, RI (21 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse job in North Providence, Rhode Island paying $1,235.00 to $1,465.00 weekly....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • West Warwick, RI (21 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Warwick, RI (21 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Job Title: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Reports to: Medical Director of Psychiatry Department: Behavioral Health FLSA Status: Exempt General Responsibilities:...

Registered Nurse, Co-Occurring Disorders, 24 hours, Nights Unit (CDU),

  • Webster, MA (12 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Webster, MA (12 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 10 days ago

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Behavioral Health RN

  • Mansfield Center, CT (14 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Mansfield Center, CT (14 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Certifications (AHA/ARC) CPI Certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: Behavioral Health nurses assess, diagnose, and address the mental health needs...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Child/Adolescent Unit

  • Mansfield Center, CT (14 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Mansfield Center, CT (14 miles from Ballouville, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Offers a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical...

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 Ballouville, CT

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 Ballouville, CT 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 Ballouville, CT
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%