Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Upper Marlboro, MD

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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Adult Trauma Psychiatric Nurse - RN

  • Falls Church, VA (20 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (20 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 15 days ago

Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation....

Psychiatric Nurse Coordinator - RN

  • Falls Church, VA (20 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (20 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Fee For Service

  • Franconia, VA (18 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franconia, VA (18 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Alexandria, VA....

RN - Psychiatry

  • Falls Church, VA (20 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Falls Church, VA (20 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 6 hours ago

Entrust Your Career to HealthTrust! At HealthTrust, we believe that healthcare is not defined by the four walls in which it is practiced. Its defined by its people. We pride ourselves on crafting...

Behavioral Health Nurse Clinician Case Manager - Nursing Services

  • Alexandria, VA (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 15 hours ago

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus* This position works on the Intensive Community Treatment team (ICT). The ICT team delivers community and office-based intensive case management and nursing services to...

Psychiatric Registered Nurse RN Part Time Night Shift

  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located...

Behavioral Health Psych RN

  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Prior psychiatric RN experience, ideally with ACT programs. Experience with elderly populations and strong ability to navigate behavioral health needs. BSN not required....

Travel RN - Psychiatric - Tacoma, Washington - $2164/week

  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Job Opportunity: RN - PsychiatricPosition DetailsSpecialty: RN - PsychiatricLocation: Tacoma, WashingtonFacility: Atlas MedStaffEmployment Type: TemporaryContract Length: 21 weeksJob

RN - Psychiatric in Washington, District of Columbia - $1,781/week

  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 3 days ago

RN - Psychiatric in Washington, District of Columbia - $1,781/week at Vetted Health summary:This role is for a travel Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) in Washington, DC, offering a 13-week...

Behavioral Health RN

  • Lanham, MD (13 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lanham, MD (13 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Insight Global is looking for 2 Behavioral Health RN's to support a Partial Hospitalization Mental Health Program in Lanham, MD....

Travel Nurse - Psychiatric in Arlington, VA - $7714/month

  • Arlington, VA (18 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (18 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Job Opportunity: RN - Psychiatric Position Details Specialty: RN - Psychiatric Location: Washington, District of Columbia Facility: OneStaff Employment Type: Temporary Contract Length: 13 weeks...

Psych Nurse (RN) Temporary Assignment, Premium Pay, Night Shift

  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located...

PRN Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Arlington, VA (18 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (18 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to inpatients, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute psychiatric conditions. Develop and implement individualized...

Psychiatric Nurse

  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 14 days ago

nursing in a hospital setting....

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Alexandria, VA (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (15 miles from Upper Marlboro, MD)
  • 15 days ago

Spectrum Healthcare Resources has a potential opportunity for a full-time, civilian Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Portsmouth Mental Health Center Virginia Beach, Virginia. Requirements: Be...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Upper Marlboro, MD

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 Upper Marlboro, MD offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.6%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
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 Upper Marlboro, MD
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%