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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Psychiatric Unit - Travel Registered Nurse

  • Trusted Health
  • Harlan, KY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 8 hours ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the...

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RN Psychiatric

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing
  • Harlan, KY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 9 hours ago

The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise. PMH nurses promote well-being through prevention and education,...

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Travel Behavioral Health RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Harlan, KY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 15 hours ago

nursing practice Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, coping strategies, and available resources Complete accurate, timely documentation to support legal, clinical, and operational...

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Registered Nurse - Psych

  • Supplemental Health Care
  • Harlan, KY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 15 hours ago

Qualifications: Kentucky RN License American Health Association BLS 1-2 years of recent Psychiatric nursing experience Non-violent intervention course (CPI) Psych RN Contract Details: $1,638 - $1,798...

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Travel Nursing-RN, PSYCH

  • StaffDNA
  • Harlan, KY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 15 hours ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - PSYCH Job Summary: The RN Psychiatric (PSYCH) specializes in mental health nursing, caring for patients with psychiatric or emotional disorders. Responsibilities include...

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Travel Registered Nurse RN Psychiatric

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Harlan, KY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Harlan, KY
  • 15 hours 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...

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Travel Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric (Psych)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Radcliff, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Radcliff, KY
  • 16 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel RN - Psych - Acute Adolescent Shift: Days / 7a-7p, 12x3, 36hrs per week, Every Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday Length: 13 weeks Requirements: KY License 2...

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$2,996/wk RN Psych Nights

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Requirements: One year of Psychiatric RN experience required Current Registered Nurse Licensure in-state practicing Current CPR if applicable TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable...

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Psych Registered Nurse

  • Universal Health Services
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Registered Nurse Opportunity: Full Time, 12 Hour Shifts $10,000 Sign On Bonus As the only free-standing psychiatric hospital in the Central Kentucky area, we are here to help....

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner In Morgantown, WV

  • TeamHealth
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Employee assistance program Professional development assistance Referral program Professional liability insurance coverage

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Kentucky

  • SonderMind Inc.
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago

Build Your Thriving Psychiatric Practice with Strategic Support Success in psychiatric practice requires dedicated focus and strategic investment in your professional future. This partnership is...

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Psych Registered Nurse - RN

  • Supplemental Health Care
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago

Qualifications: Kentucky RN License American Heart Association BLS 2 Years of recent nursing experience Prior Psych nursing experience preferred Psychiatric RN Contract Details: $1,836 - $2,036 per...

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Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Loyal Source
  • KY
  • 14 days ago
  • KY
  • 14 days ago

Responsibilities The Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner shall provide a full range of outcome-based nurse practitioner services in accordance with privileges granted by the MTF (e.g., supervise...

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Child Psych RN - Travel Registered Nurse

  • Trusted Health
  • Louisville, KY
  • 22 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 22 days ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the...

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Travel Psych RN in Prospect, KY

  • Soliant Health
  • Prospect, KY
  • 23 days ago
  • Prospect, KY
  • 23 days ago

If you are a skilled psychiatric RN ready to make a meaningful impact, submit your application today! Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled...

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Demographic Data for Kentucky

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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
38.0%
Bachelor's Degree
32.6%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.1%
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%