Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Devens, 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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Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 1 day ago

nursing processes, therapeutic relationships and processes, age specific growth and development, limit setting, behavior and crisis management Required competencies: Strong organizational and communication...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Lowell, MA (17 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (17 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 8 days ago

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population....

Southern NH Health - Psych Registered Nurse RN - Emergency Department - Days

  • Nashua, NH (15 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (15 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 24 days ago

Sign On Bonus Up To $15,000 Who We Are: Within Southern NH Medical Center we understand the important connection between physical, mental, and emotional well-being and have the resources to...

Band 5 Substance Misuse Nurse

  • Chelmsford, MA (13 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (13 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Band 5 Substance Misuse Nurse Location: Chelmsford (CM2) - Essex, South East, United Kingdom Salary: 28,407 per annum Type: Permanent Main Industry: Search Health, Nursing & Social Services Jobs...

Emergency Department Behavioral Health RN (Hiring Immediately)

  • Nashua, NH (15 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Nashua, NH (15 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Sign On Bonus Up To $15,000 Who We Are: Within Southern NH Medical Center we understand the important connection between physical, mental, and emotional well-being and have the resources to...

Inpatient Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Hiring Immediately)

  • Nashua, NH (15 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Nashua, NH (15 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

Sign On Bonus Up To $15,000 Who We Are: Within Southern NH Medical Center we understand the important connection between physical, mental, and emotional well-being and have the resources to...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Waverley, MA

  • Waverley, MA (22 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waverley, MA (22 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking a Full-Time or Part Time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP/PMHCNS) to join our group practice....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Natick, MA (21 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Natick, MA (21 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 4 days ago

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Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,199 per week

  • Tewksbury, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 5 days ago

searching for a strong Psych/Behavioral Health RN to assist our traveler-friendly client....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • Natick, MA (21 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Natick, MA (21 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Pending UA from clientCommon Diagnosis/Treatment: # of Beds: Nurse to Patient Ratio: Charting: Cerner experienceScrub Color: no color preferenceAreas of Float Support: Special Procedures:

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)

  • Belmont, MA (23 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Belmont, MA (23 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 5 days ago

.Sign On Bonus offered for external candidates* Life Changes Group, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner t o join our team in Newton Center...

Travel RN - Psychiatric

  • Westminster, MA (19 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westminster, MA (19 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Candidates for psychiatric nursing jobs must possess a positive attitude and a deep understanding of patients with mental illness, as well as basic life support and crisis intervention skills....

Travel Nurse (RN) Psychiatric (Psych)

  • Westminster, MA (19 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westminster, MA (19 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Travel Nurse - Psychiatric Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Nurse - Psychiatric. We`ll be your ticket to the travel RN - Psych job you`ll love with unparalleled recruiter support and...

Registered Nurse (RN) Substance Use Treatment

  • Concord, MA (13 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Concord, MA (13 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 7 days ago

health or substance use treatment setting preferred Preferred: Experience with detox protocols and co-occurring disorder treatment Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?...

Registered Nurse - Psychiatry - Child - Adolescent, RN - Charge Nurse

  • Westborough, MA (18 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (18 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Were now seeking Psychiatry Child Adolescent, RN Charge Nurse Registered Nurses for openings at a Behavioral Health Facility in Westborough, Massachusetts....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Devens, 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 Devens, MA 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 Devens, 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%