Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Acton, MA

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 - Behavioral Health

  • Incredible Health
  • Methuen, MA (19 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Methuen, MA (19 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Methuen, MA area for the following position: Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health. Nurses with experience in...

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Registered Nurse-Behavioral Health, New Competitive Pay!

  • Lowell General Hospital
  • Lowell, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lowell, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Summary: As a Behavioral Health Unit Registered Nurse you will care for patients ranging from adolescents to adults with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. You will work with a team that...

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Inpatient Medical Psych Nurse - Faulkner

  • Mass General Brigham
  • Jamaica Plain, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jamaica Plain, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital is a designated Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive....

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Psychiatry

  • Boston Children's Hospital
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking an experienced RN to join our Inpatient Psychiatry Unit in Boston, a 16-bed secure inpatient unit....

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Travel Registered Nurse RN Psychiatric

  • OneStaffMedical
  • Natick, MA (16 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Natick, MA (16 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 1 day 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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Local Nursing-RN, PSYCH

  • StaffDNA
  • Tewksbury, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days 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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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • LifeStance Health
  • Salem, NH (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Salem, NH (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

re seeking Nurse Practitioners that are: Licensed in one or more US states with a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification....

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Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN)

  • Vinfen
  • Lowell, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Overview As a Per Diem Residential Nurse (RN) (Developmental Disabilities) you will participate in the comprehensive assessment of physical health of the people Vinfen serves on a per diem basis....

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Registered Nurse (Mental Health)

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit...

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Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • AMN Corporate
  • Tewksbury, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (11 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

JOB DETAILS Travel RN-Psych jobs in Tewksbury, MA let you provide compassionate mental health care in a behavioral health setting focused on patient safety and recovery. As a Psychiatric...

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Northeast Health Services, Northeast Health Services
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Innovative Treatment: In addition to traditional treatment, we are proponents of interventional psychiatry including TMS, Ketamine, Esketamine and your interest is welcome....

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Part Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Fee For Service

  • Thriveworks
  • Cambridge, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Cambridge, Massachusetts....

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Fee For Service

  • Thriveworks
  • Cambridge, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (17 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Cambridge, MA....

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- New Hampshire

  • SonderMind Inc.
  • Nashua, NH (14 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (14 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 13 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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Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Psychiatry - Department of Psychiatry, 40 Hours (Days)

  • Boston Medical Center
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Acton, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in behavioral health, community health, or psychiatric nursing preferred....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Acton, MA

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 Acton, MA 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 Acton, MA
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%