Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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)

  • Hialeah, FL (20 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hialeah, FL (20 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 15 days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 26 days ago

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Outpatient

  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (16 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Fluent in English and Spanish preferred Unrestricted License with a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification (PMHNP-BC) in the State of Delivering Care with Active DEA **Disclaimers...

Registered Nurse Psych PRN

  • Aventura, FL (12 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aventura, FL (12 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Psychiatric APRN (Overnight/On-Call)

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Posting Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Posted until filled About the Position: Who can apply: Anyone Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Full/Part-time: Full-time...

Experienced Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health Hospital, Per Diem, Nights

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 3 days ago

JBHH also specializes in criminal justice mental health services....

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 4 days ago

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

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Southeast Region

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 4 days ago

The Nurse Practitioner also addresses co-occurring mental health conditions directly when appropriate, and also via referral and care-coordination with outside providers....

Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health Crisis Unit, Full-Time, Days

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 5 days ago

JBHH also specializes in criminal justice mental health services....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Performs various treatments such as wound care, vital sign checks, electrocardiograms, etc. as ordered by a medical provider, dental provider, behavioral health provider, or registered nurse....

PRN Mental Health RN

  • Tamarac, FL (5 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Tamarac, FL (5 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 23 days ago

Our Center for Behavioral Health offers inpatient child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric services....

Registered Nurse, Medical/Surgical-ER Psych-$6K Sign On-PT-Nights-BHIP #19766

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Broward Health Imperial Point Shift: Shift 3 FTE: 0.500000 Summary: Plans, coordinates, provides, intervenes, and evaluates the care of assigned patients based on the treatment plan, and...

Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health, Full-Time, Nights

  • Delray Beach, FL (23 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (23 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Up to $5,000 Sign-On bonus for experienced Registered Nurse/RN Position Summary: The RN provides high quality, safe, cost effective, total nursing to all patients. The RN assumes responsibility...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Miami, FL (24 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 30+ 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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Registered Nurse Behavioral Health Per Diem Days

  • Delray Beach, FL (23 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (23 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary: The RN provides high quality, safe, cost effective, total nursing to all patients. The RN assumes responsibility for overall coordination and integration of patient care based on...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Fort Lauderdale, FL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
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 Fort Lauderdale, FL
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%