Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Kentucky

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) Behavioral Health

  • Mayfield, KY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mayfield, KY
  • 11 hours ago

Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health Job Type: Full-Time | 36hrs/week | Night shift, 7pm-7am We are Jackson Purchase Medical Center We believe in: Championing Patient Care Doing the Right Thing...

Travel Behavioral Health RN

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 hours ago

Travel Behavioral Health RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Louisville, KY Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 13 week travel assignment...

RN - Psychiatric in Harlan, Kentucky - $1,683/week

  • Harlan, KY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 14 hours ago

Vetted is seeking a RN - Psychiatric for a travel job in Harlan, Kentucky. The job was posted 6 days ago. The assignment starts on Aug 11 and is 13 weeks long with 13 hour shifts 3 days a week....

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Florence, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 1 day ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $139-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Behavioral Health Registered Nurse in Lexington, KY. We'll work with you to build the healthcare career of your dreams....

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Greenville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, KY
  • 1 day ago

The ideal candidate must be licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Kentucky

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

With SonderMind, you can practice psychiatry the way you've always envisioned while providing high-quality, evidence-based care for improved outcomes with ease....

PMHNP / PA - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - FT - Bowling Green, KY

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 2 days ago

Exciting Opportunity for Psychiatric Physician Assistants & Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners Join River Region Psychiatry Associates | Full-Time River Region Psychiatry Associates is seeking...

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $1,526 per week

  • Harlan, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 3 days ago

Posted job title: Behavioral Health/Psych RN About Summit Medical Staffing Nursing Summit Medical Staffing was founded in 2014 and is based in Fremont, Nebraska....

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Bagdad, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Bagdad, KY
  • 3 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $139-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Travel Registered Nurse RN Psychiatric

  • Harlan, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 3 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Medicine Clinical Coordinator

  • Bagdad, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Bagdad, KY
  • 4 days ago

Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Medicine Clinical Coordinator Job Type: Full-time |3p-11:30p with EOW and Holidays Department/Unit Summary The Adult Psychiatric Unit is a 29-bed locked unit. The...

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,256 per week

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Horizon Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Harlan, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 5 days ago

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Psychiatric registered nurse

  • Harlan, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 5 days ago

MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Psychiatric registered nurse (RN) for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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Medicating for Mental Health: Judicious Use of Psychiatric Drugs
Psychiatric medications are widely prescribed to treat psychological disorders. Learn how to effectively use these drugs to improve their ability to help. It is highly likely that you, a member of...
General Psychiatric Management for BPD
This is HMS CME Online course with faculty from McLean Hospital is targeted to Primary Care and Specialty Physicians, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists,...

Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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%