Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Oxford, 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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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Conyers, GA

  • Conyers, GA (8 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Conyers, GA (8 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Applicants must be Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certified, licensed to practice, and have experience working with adult and/or child and adolescent populations....

Registered Nurse- Psych- PRN- Mon & Fri

  • Lawrenceville, GA (20 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA (20 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Our behavioral health psychiatric hospital is in Lawrenceville (about 25 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta)....

Behavioral Health RN Nurse Manager

  • Dacula, GA (20 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dacula, GA (20 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Basic computer skills for charting Previous experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, emergency services, or a crisis setting strongly preferred....

Registered Nurse (RN) / Psychiatric (Psych)

  • Decatur, GA (24 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Decatur, GA (24 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Are you a dedicated and compassionate RN seeking flexibility and meaningful work in behavioral health?...

Behavioral Health - Registered Nurse, Nights

  • Lawrenceville, GA (20 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA (20 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 14 days ago

Overview Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more...

Registered Nurse - Multiple Shifts - 7A-7:45P or 7P-7:45A

  • Decatur, GA (24 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Decatur, GA (24 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 26 days ago

health settings Training in trauma-informed care or recovery-oriented services Confidence in lab procedures, wound care, and emergency interventions Why Work With Us?...

Registered Nurse (Psychiatric)- 16 weeks contract Assignment in Decatur, GA ( Available for RNs living 50+ miles away)

  • Decatur, GA (24 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Decatur, GA (24 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 27 days ago

REQUIREMENTS OF THE PSYCHIATRIC RN POSITION: Completion of an accredited Registered Nurse program of study. Current and unencumbered license in the state of practice....

RN - Behavioral Health

  • Snellville, GA (12 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Snellville, GA (12 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 28 days ago

RN Behavioral Health, Full Time Days, Sign on up to $5,000 Piedmont Eastside- Behavioral Health\: Our 62-bed Behavioral Health Unit is seeking compassionate mental health clinicians to care for patients...

Registered Nurse FT/PRN- 1st Shift and 2nd Shift - Adult CSU - Lawrenceville, GA.

  • Lawrenceville, GA (20 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA (20 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 45+ days ago

View Point Health is a community behavioral health center utilizing a team of psychiatrists, nurses, licensed counselors and social workers, and other professionals to provide services to individuals...

Registered Nurse (RN) 1st Shift (FT/PRN) - Autism CSU - Conyers, GA.

  • Conyers, GA (8 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Conyers, GA (8 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 60+ days ago

View Point Health is a community behavioral health center utilizing a team of psychiatrists, nurses, licensed counselors and social workers, and other professionals to provide services to individuals...

Registered Nurse (RN)

  • Stockbridge, GA (19 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Stockbridge, GA (19 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Behavioral health experience preferred. We offer great benefits including 401(k), paid time off plan, medical, dental, vision, and much more....

Registered Nurse (RN) FT - C&A CSU - Decatur, GA.

  • Decatur, GA (24 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Decatur, GA (24 miles from Oxford, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

View Point Health is a community behavioral health center utilizing a team of psychiatrists, nurses, licensed counselors and social workers, and other professionals to provide services to individuals...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Oxford, GA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Oxford, GA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.8%
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 Oxford, 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%