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

  • Fancy Farm, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Fancy Farm, KY
  • 12 days ago

Completes physical and mental health assessments. Observes and reports behavioral changes. Helps patients improve their coping abilities....

Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health

  • Mayfield, KY
  • 28 days ago
  • Mayfield, KY
  • 28 days ago

Completes physical and mental health assessments. Observes and reports behavioral changes. Helps patients improve their coping abilities....

Bedside RN, Gero Psych

  • Lebanon, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lebanon, KY
  • 45+ days ago

The Registered Nurse executes comprehensive nursing care activities and provides nursing staff leadership. He/she assesses patient needs, plans and implements patient care activities, and...

Registered Nurse-Inpatient Mental Health

  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 hours ago

Preferred Experience: Previous experience in Mental Health preferred BSN preferred Reference: For more informion on this qualificion standard, please....

Registered Nurse - Mental Health Domiciliary

  • Fort Thomas, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Fort Thomas, KY
  • 18 hours ago

Health RN: The Domiciliary Mental Health (MH) Registered Nurse (RN) promotes personal growth and development of psychiatric-mental health nursing practice....

Behavioral Health RN

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

Must have a valid RN license in the state where they will be practicing, BLS certification, and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification (RN-BC) is preferred....

Registered Nurse - Mental Health Domiciliary

  • Fort Thomas, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Thomas, KY
  • 2 days ago

The Cincinnati Medical Center is seeking 2 night shift Domiciliary Mental Health Registered Nurses....

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $1,987 per week

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

Psychiatric RN Contract Details: $1,800 $1,987 per week* NOC shift available 13-week contract with possibility to extend *Estimated weekly payment may include both taxable wages and tax-free reimbursements...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • Hazard, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Hazard, KY
  • 6 days ago

Travel Compact State Job ID 1137678 Posted 3 days ago REGISTERED NURSE - PSYCH Registered Nurse - Psychiatric JOB DETAILS This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of...

Behavorial Health Registered Nurse - PRN

  • Hopkinsville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Hopkinsville, KY
  • 10 days ago

Behavorial Health Registered Nurse - PRN Category Behavioral Health Job Location 320 W. 18th St., Hopkinsville, Kentucky Tracking Code 6014-P2 Position Type PRN Under the direction of the Clinical...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Fairview, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Fairview, KY
  • 13 days ago

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the state in which practice will occur....

Travel Nurse RN Psych (772007)

  • Hazard, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Hazard, KY
  • 14 days ago

Travel Nurse RN - Psych Location: Hazard, KY, United States Start date: 05-12-2025 Assignment length: 13 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience is not required Job...

Registered Nurse -Behavioral Health

  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 days ago

The Brook is the leader in providing quality mental health and addiction treatment services....

Psychiatric Nurse

  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 days ago

Overview Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed facility located in Lexington Kentucky. Founded in 1877 a small group of Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Kentucky led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Kentucky

  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 19 days ago

Becoming a SonderMind psychiatric provider means joining a community of mental health professionals who are committed to making a difference in people's lives through personalized, evidence-based psychiatric...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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General Psychiatric Management for BPD
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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
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

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%