Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Reading, 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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Travel Nurse - Psychiatry RN $2600/wk

  • Haverhill, MA (18 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA (18 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Nomad Health seeks an experienced Psychiatry registered nurse for a travel assignment in MA. Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a Psychiatry travel nurse....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)

  • Newton Center, MA (15 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Newton Center, MA (15 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 22 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

  • Lowell, MA (13 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (13 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 5 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 Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Waverley, MA (9 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Waverley, MA (9 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

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

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Brookline, MA (14 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Brookline, MA (14 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 6 hours ago

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

Southern NH Health - Psych Registered Nurse RN - Emergency Department - Days (Hiring Immediately)

  • Nashua, NH (22 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Nashua, NH (22 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 7 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...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Natick, MA (21 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Natick, MA (21 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 1 day ago

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Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,606 per week

  • East Hampstead, NH (24 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Hampstead, NH (24 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 1 day ago

GQR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Hampstead, New Hampshire....

RN - Psychiatric in Milton, Massachusetts - $1,840/week

  • Milton, MA (20 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milton, MA (20 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Vetted is seeking a RN - Psychiatric for a travel job in Milton, Massachusetts. The job was posted 13 days ago. The assignment starts on Jul 18 and is 13 weeks long with 13 hour shifts 3 days a...

Travel Psychiatric RN - Detox/Transitional Support Services - $2,551

  • Newbury, MA (20 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newbury, MA (20 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Posted job title: RN - Behavioral Health About Health Advocates Network - Nursing Health Advocates Network was founded on the basis of a shared aspiration, to improve the way healthcare staffing is...

RN - Psychiatric in Boston, Massachusetts - $2,156/week

  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Vetted is seeking a RN - Psychiatric for a travel job in Boston, Massachusetts. The job was posted 13 days ago. The assignment starts on Aug 18 and is 13 weeks long with 8 hour shifts 5 days a...

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

  • Tewksbury, MA (8 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (8 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,269 per week

  • Newbury, MA (20 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newbury, MA (20 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Health Advocates Network - Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Danvers, Massachusetts....

RN - Psychiatric in Danvers, Massachusetts - $2,248/week

  • Newbury, MA (20 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newbury, MA (20 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Vetted is seeking a RN - Psychiatric for a travel job in Danvers, Massachusetts. The job was posted 25 days ago. The assignment starts on ASAP and is 13 weeks long with 12 hour shifts 3 days a...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • Natick, MA (21 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Natick, MA (21 miles from Reading, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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Demographic Data for Reading, MA

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Reading, MA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Reading, 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 Reading, 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%