Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Douglasville, GA

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 Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 25 days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 15 days ago

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

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Psychiatric Unit - Registered Nurse

  • Kennesaw, GA (21 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (21 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the...

Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) Behavioral Mental Health - Night Shift - Scottish Rite

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift Night...

Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) Behavioral Mental Health

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift Night...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Details Job Location : MBH Outpatient Center Atlanta - Atlanta, GA Position Type : On Call / Pool Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Day Job Category : Health Care Description As the...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Remote Work

Clinical Operations Manager (RN) - Behavioral & Mental Health Nursing

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift...

Behavioral and Mental Health Nurse 2 - FT Night

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Provide basic education and knowledge support to the care team surrounding mental and behavioral health diagnoses and supportive interventions....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 10 days ago

We require: A Master's degree in psychiatric mental health nursing from an accredited university or graduate program An active, Georgia Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license DEA...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Child & Adolescent Psych - FT Nights

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 12 days ago

We also offer specialty mental health programs for children with co-occurring neurodevelopmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders....

Specialty Director: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program (DNP and PGC)

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 17 days ago

Description The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing (NHWSN) is seeking a Specialty Director: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program (DNP and PGC) to be an organizational champion,...

Registered Nurse/Behavioral Health, Home Health

  • Kennesaw, GA (21 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (21 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 26 days ago

An RN with a Bachelor's Degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing must have one year of recent nursing experience, recommended to be within the last 3 years, in an acute treatment unit in a psychiatric...

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) High Acuity Inpatient Unit - Willowbrooke (Days)

  • Villa Rica, GA (9 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Villa Rica, GA (9 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 27 days ago

The Registered Nurse performs nursing functions and supervises other RNs, LPNs, and other assistive personnel in the performance of nursing care according to the state nurse practice act. The...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Douglasville, GA

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 Douglasville, GA 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 Douglasville, GA
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%