Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Smyrna, 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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Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $1,836 per week

  • Decatur, GA (13 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Decatur, GA (13 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Behavioral Mental Health RN Case Manager (Day Shift)

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Provides clinically and evidence-based patient care coordination for patients with behavioral and mental health (BMH) needs....

Intake Registered Nurse

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Prefers at least 6 months in psychiatric nursing. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia....

Advance Practice Nurse - Psychiatric (Psychiatric Mid-Level Practitioner)

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Duty Location: FCI Atlanta, GA Duties Help Responsible for meeting the mental/behavioral health needs of the inmates assigned to their caseload....

Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner Needed in Atlanta, GA

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 11 days ago

We are seeking Licensed Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) to join our compassionate and mission-driven team at a leading FQHC in Atlanta....

Adolescent Psych RN – Immediate Hire!

  • Smyrna, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA
  • 11 days ago

PMH nurses promote well-being through prevention and education, in addition to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Decatur, GA (13 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Decatur, GA (13 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 12 days ago

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Geriatric Psych Registered Nurse

  • Riverdale, GA (22 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Riverdale, GA (22 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 13 days ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

Registered Nurse (RN) Assistant Manager Nursing - Behavioral & Mental Health

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 18 days ago

Works under the direction of the Behavioral & Mental Health (BMH) Clinical Operations Manager to facilitate daily operations, including patient flow, staffing assignments, safe patient care, and to...

Psych Nurse - Internal Agency - Evenings and Weekend Nights

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Registered Nurses (RNs) at Peachford deliver quality nursing care to patients with varying psychiatric, behavioral and mental health diagnoses, ensuring their safety and continued care....

Registered Nurse/Behavioral Health, Home Health

  • Kennesaw, GA (12 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (12 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ 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...

Registered Nurse

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Preferred Training and Experience: Experience in Mental Health preferred....

Registered Nurse - Medical Psychiatric Unit - Day Shift

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Grady Health System offers many career paths for Registered Nurses. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages on your nursing career, you can find a rewarding nursing...

Medical Doctor/ Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Crisis Stabilization)

  • Marietta, GA (6 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA (6 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

There is a place for you at Highland Rivers Behavioral Health!...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (10 miles from Smyrna, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)in the state of Georgia Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in the state of Georgia A current DEA registration...

Demographic Data for Smyrna, GA

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Smyrna, GA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Smyrna, GA 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 Smyrna, 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%