Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Shrewsbury, 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 (Virtual)

  • Woonsocket, RI (22 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (22 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 26 days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - PHP.IOP - Quinebaug Treatment Center- Dayville, CT

  • North Oxford, MA (12 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Oxford, MA (12 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

health system in New England, has a rewarding opportunity available for an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PHMNP) to provide outpatient PHP and IOP services for adults and...

Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Waltham, MA (24 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waltham, MA (24 miles from Shrewsbury, 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...

Registered Nurse Psych FT Days

  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Up to $15,000 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...

Registered Nurse Registered Nurse Psych FT Days

  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 27 days ago

Up to $15,000 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...

Registered Nurse RN Emergency Department FT Nights

  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 24 days ago

Up to $20,000 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...

RN Nurse

  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 9 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...

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $1,795 per week

  • Westborough, MA (5 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Westborough, MA (5 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

Supplemental Health Care is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Westborough, Massachusetts....

Registered Nurse RN Adult Psych FT Days

  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

PCA Geriatric Psych PRN Rotating

  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 1 day ago

MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Harvard, MA

  • Harvard, MA (16 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Harvard, MA (16 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Framingham, MA (14 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (14 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

RN Adult Psych FT Days

  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Natick, MA (18 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 2 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) - Adolescent Inpatient

  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Board certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Psychiatric -Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) Current, unrestricted licensure as a psychiatric-mental health Nurse Practitioner...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Shrewsbury, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Shrewsbury, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
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 Shrewsbury, 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%