Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Norwood, 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 (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

skills Attention to detail and ability to prioritize independently Ability to multi-task in a changing and fast paced mental health environment Ability to work in a highly collaborate, team environment...

Walden - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Dedham, MA (4 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dedham, MA (4 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 4 days ago

skills Attention to detail and ability to prioritize independently Ability to multi-task in a changing and fast paced mental health environment Ability to work in a highly collaborate, team environment...

Registered Nurse - Inpatient Psychiatry Waltham - Nights

  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days 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 / Behavioral Health, Home Health

  • Bridgewater, MA (18 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bridgewater, MA (18 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

An RN with a Bachelor's Degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing must have one year of recent nursing experience, recommended to be within the last 3 years, in an acute treatment unit in a psychiatric...

RN Psych Adult FT Days

  • Foxborough, MA (8 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Foxborough, MA (8 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Up to $ 15,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)

  • Newton Center, MA (9 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newton Center, MA (9 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 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

  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 7 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....

Psychiatric Registered Nurse, Brockton Behavioral Health Center, 36 Hours (Days/Night) w/ every other weekend/holiday

  • Brockton, MA (10 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Brockton, MA (10 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

Brockton hospital operates as a behavioral health accountable care organization that providing cutting-edge, inpatient treatment and stabilization for individuals experiencing complex mental health...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Mental Health - $32+ per hour

  • Wellesley, MA (9 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wellesley, MA (9 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 1 day ago

MetroWest Medical Center is comprised of Framingham Union Hospital and Leonard Morse Hospital, a unique behavioral health specialty center located in Natick dedicated to the mental health of our community...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (13 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNP) to join our diverse network of contracted providers....

Remote Work

Travel RN - Psychiatric - Burlington, Massachusetts - $870/week

  • Burlington, MA (22 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (22 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Opportunity: RN - PsychiatricPosition DetailsSpecialty: RN - PsychiatricLocation: Burlington, MassachusettsFacility: Summit Medical StaffingEmployment Type: TemporaryContract Length:

Registered Nurse Psych FT Days - Now Hiring

  • Wayland, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wayland, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Up to $20,000 Sign-On bonus for experienced Registered Nurse / RN Saint Vincent Hospital offers a whole new experience in health care. By combining our advanced, state-of-the-art facility with our...

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Woonsocket, RI (20 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (20 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago

At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed....

Registered Nurse - Inpatient Psychiatry Waltham - Nights Boston Children's Hospital

  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days 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....

Behavioral Health Facility Registered Nurse - Adolescent, Psych, Psychiatry - Child - Adolescent

  • Westborough, MA (21 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (21 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: Supplemental Health Care is working with a Behavioral Health Facility in Westborough, Massachusetts to hire Adolescent, Psych, Psychiatry Child Adolescent Registered Nurses....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Norwood, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Norwood, MA 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 Norwood, 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%