Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Milton, 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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Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 23 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Waltham, MA (14 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (14 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Travel Behavioral Health RN

  • Danvers, MA (24 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Danvers, MA (24 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Travel Behavioral Health RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Danvers, MA Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 13 week travel assignment...

Registered Nurse, RN - Psychiatry

  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 28 days ago

Diagnoses includes major mental illness-schizophrenia, mood disorder, eating disorder (BMI Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in...

Registered Nurse - Inpatient Psychiatry Waltham - 32 hours, day/eve

  • Waltham, MA (14 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waltham, MA (14 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications Education: A bachelor's degree in nursing Experience: 1+ years of experience in a behavioral health setting. Inpatient and pediatric RN experience preferred....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)

  • Newton Center, MA (7 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Newton Center, MA (7 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 28 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...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Peabody, MA (20 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Peabody, MA (20 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 4 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....

Registered Nurse - Inpatient Psychiatry Waltham - 32 hours, day/eve Boston Children's Hospital

  • Waltham, MA (14 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (14 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications Education: A bachelor's degree in nursing Experience: 1+ years of experience in a behavioral health setting. Inpatient and pediatric RN experience preferred....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • South Attleboro, MA (23 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • South Attleboro, MA (23 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych, Overnights

  • Pembroke, MA (18 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Pembroke, MA (18 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Pembroke Hospital is a 120-bed acute care, inpatient behavioral health facility located south of Boston, in Pembroke, MA....

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S....

Nurse Manager (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (8 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S....

Behavioral Health RN

  • Danvers, MA (24 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Danvers, MA (24 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 13 week travel assignment in Danvers, MA....

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Jamaica Plain, MA (5 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jamaica Plain, MA (5 miles from Milton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Milton, 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 Milton, 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 Milton, 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%