Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Taunton, 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

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Cranston, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 26 days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Woonsocket, RI (20 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (20 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Cranston, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cranston, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Travel Behavioral Health RN

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

Certifications (AHA/ARC) CPI Certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: Behavioral Health nurses assess, diagnose, and address the mental health needs...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Warwick, RI (22 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI (22 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 45+ 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....

Travel Nurse (RN) Psychiatric (Psych)

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 hours 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...

RN Psychiatric

  • Taunton, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Taunton, MA
  • 7 hours ago

and education, in addition tothe assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance usedisorders....

Behavioral Health RN

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Certifications (AHA/ARC) CPI Certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: Behavioral Health nurses assess, diagnose, and address the mental health needs...

RN - Behavioral Health

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Centerville). Job in Plymouth Gr8Jobs

  • Plymouth, MA (24 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, MA (24 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge and understanding of behavioral health and the capability to provide treatment consistent with standards of professional care....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Crisis Stabilization Unit

  • Weymouth, MA (22 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Weymouth, MA (22 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Crisis Stabilization Unit collapse Tracking Code 6727 Job Description Join our team working to create a world where there is No Health Without Mental Health...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

The Providence Center (TPC), an affiliate of Care New England, is seeking a full time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our collaborative and dedicated multidisciplinary team...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Quincy, MA

  • Quincy, MA (23 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Quincy, MA (23 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Cumberland, RI

  • Cumberland, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cumberland, RI (16 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

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

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