Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Walpole, 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 (23 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 22 days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether...

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 30+ 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...

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether...

Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Waltham, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 3 days ago

nursing processes, therapeutic relationships and processes, age specific growth and development, limit setting, behavior and crisis management Required competencies: Strong organizational and communication...

Registered Nurse, RN - Psychiatry

  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 28 days ago

Diagnoses includes major mental illness-schizophrenia, mood disorder, eating disorder (BMI Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in...

Registered Nurse - Inpatient Psychiatry Waltham - 32 hours, day/eve

  • Waltham, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 9 hours 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....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)

  • Newton Center, MA (11 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Newton Center, MA (11 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 27 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 (23 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (23 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 11 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....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Required Qualifications Registered Nurse, Psych Peds MS exp Preferred Qualifications Exp perferred: Pediatric behavioral health, NG tube feeds, diabetes, managing behavioral responses to trauma and...

Temporary Part-Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Education and Experience Current certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) Active APRN license in the State of Rhode Island (or license-eligible) Demonstrated experience...

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

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

Nurse Manager (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

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

RN - Psychiatric in Natick, Massachusetts - $1,997/week

  • Natick, MA (10 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Natick, MA (10 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Vetted is seeking a RN - Psychiatric for a travel job in Natick, Massachusetts. The job was posted 4 days ago. The assignment starts on Jul 14 and is 13 weeks long with 12 hour shifts 3 days a...

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Jamaica Plain, MA (13 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jamaica Plain, MA (13 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 day ago

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

APRN PA NP- Psych

  • Bridgewater, MA (19 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgewater, MA (19 miles from Walpole, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Participates in various treatment modalities as required by the behavioral health service. Participates in behavioral health and medical rounds as assigned....

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