Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Darien, IL

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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Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric Unit (Adult)

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

$2,041.20 - $2,268.00 Weekly *Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour...

Travel Medical-Surgical/Psychiatric Registered Nurse - $2,016 per week

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN System Float Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date:...

Psychiatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse- Cermak Health Services

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 2 days ago

health setting (including but not limited to inpatient psychiatry or an outpatient behavioral health clinic) Certification as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with one (1) year...

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $1,984 to $2,137 per week in Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Pay Information $1,984 to $2,137 per week About The Position Host Healthcare is an award-winning travel healthcare company with an immediate opening for this Registered Nurse - Psychiatry in Chicago...

Travel Nurse RN Psych (804674)

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Travel Nurse RN - Psych Location: Chicago, IL, United States Start date: 07-14-2025 Assignment length: 12 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience is not required...

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

  • Aurora, IL (14 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (14 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Chicago

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Health needs to include: Guide behavioral health treatment of a specified cohort of behavioral health patients, through shared care with other behavioral health clinicians and the primary care provider...

Registered Nurse RN Behavioral Health Geriatric Treatment Unit

  • Glendale Heights, IL (9 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (9 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Drive, Glendale Heights, IL The role you'll contribute: Provides direct patient care to behavioral health patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the facility....

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse - PRN

  • Park Ridge, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Department: 36607 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Behavioral Health O/P: Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional...

Utilization Review Intake RN Behavioral Health

  • Glendale Heights, IL (9 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (9 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed Associate's of Nursing Required RN experience in behavioral health preferred Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary...

Registered Nurse RN - Psych Acute

  • Aurora, IL (14 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (14 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care....

Registered Nurse Psych

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Oak Brook, IL

  • Oak Brook, IL (5 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (5 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 22 days ago

SIGN ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES* Responsibilities: Administer intranasal esketamine (Spravato) and monitor patients during mandated monitoring times Assess patients for appropriateness of...

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatry- Full - Time, Days

  • Harvey, IL (19 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Harvey, IL (19 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Eligible for a Sign-on Bonus up to $15,000 With the leadership of the Director and the Clinical Supervisor, the Behavioral Health RN performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Winfield, IL (12 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Winfield, IL (12 miles from Darien, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Monte Nido Chicago Winfield and Lombard, IL Monte Nido has been delivering treatment for eating disorders for over two decades....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Darien, IL

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Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Darien, IL 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 Darien, IL
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%