Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Spencer, 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 Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Spencer, 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...

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

  • Putnam, CT (24 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (24 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 12 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...

Addiction Medicine Registered Nurse (RN) - The Ridge Recovery Center

  • Stafford Springs, CT (22 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Stafford Springs, CT (22 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 28 days ago

We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs...

Registered Nurse Psych FT Days

  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 8 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...

Behavioral Health Facility Registered Nurse - Adolescent, Psych

  • Westborough, MA (19 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Westborough, MA (19 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Description: Supplemental Health Care is seeking Adolescent, Psych Registered Nurses in Westborough, Massachusetts for a 13-week assignment at a partnering Behavioral Health Facility....

TRA Psychiatric RN Travel or Local Contract

  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 2 days ago

TRA Metrowest Framingham RN Psych Local, Travel, Per Diem Nights This role provides direct clinical patient care with Tenet's in-house contingent Pool, Trusted Resource Associates. Work directly...

Registered Nurse, Co-Occurring Disorders, 24 hours, Nights Unit (CDU),

  • Webster, MA (15 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Webster, MA (15 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

RN Psychiatric

  • Westborough, MA (19 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (19 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Amergis Healthcare has an opportunity for a Psychiatric RN to provide care at a Behavioral Health Hospital in Westborough, MA....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Lancaster, MA

  • Lancaster, MA (22 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lancaster, MA (22 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Travel RN - Psychiatric

  • Westminster, MA (22 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Westminster, MA (22 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 16 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....

Behavioral Health Nurse RN

  • Stafford, CT (23 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Stafford, CT (23 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 17 days ago

Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions, implement crisis intervention strategies, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care....

Registered Nurse RN Behavioral Health Part Time

  • Stafford, CT (23 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Stafford, CT (23 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 17 days ago

Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions, implement crisis intervention strategies, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care....

Travel Nurse (RN) Psychiatric (Psych)

  • Westminster, MA (22 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Westminster, MA (22 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 17 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...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Locums Job in Connecticut

  • Putnam, CT (24 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (24 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Locums Job in Connecticut Details/Requirements: --Full-Time --Remote --Child and Adolescent experience is highly preferred --Board Certified required --Experience...

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

  • Westborough, MA (19 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (19 miles from Spencer, MA)
  • 18 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 Spencer, 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 Spencer, 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 Spencer, 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%