Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Des Plaines, 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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Travel Medical-Surgical/Psychiatric Registered Nurse - $2,016 per week

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, 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 (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, 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 (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 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 (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, 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...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Chicago

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, 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 (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 12 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 (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 13 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 (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, 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 Psych

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 20 days ago

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Oak Brook, IL

  • Oak Brook, IL (17 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (17 miles from Des Plaines, 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...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Winfield, IL (18 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Winfield, IL (18 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 23 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....

Registered Nurse - Psych Acute

  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (17 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 23 days ago

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

Behavioral Health Nurse - PT (27309)

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 26 days ago

If so, we're thrilled to invite you to join Near North Health as our next Part Time - Behavioral Health Nurse!...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Recognize impact of Social Determinants of Health factor as drivers for behavioral health needs and implement intervention and evaluation approach....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Master's Degree: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Illinois Licensure 3+ years of clinical experience demonstrable experience in diagnosis Team player Excellent interpersonal skills EDUCATION...

Demographic Data for Des Plaines, IL

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines, 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%