Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Mississippi

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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RN Behavioral Health

  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 hour ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 hour ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for...

An RN with a Bachelor's Degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing must have one year of recent nursing experience, recommended to be within the last 3 years, in an acute treatment unit in a psychiatric...

An RN with a Bachelor's Degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing must have one year of recent nursing experience, recommended to be within the last 3 years, in an acute treatment unit in a psychiatric...

Psych Nurse Practitioner

  • Southaven, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 4 days ago

Educate patients on medication adherence, mental health coping strategies, and lifestyle modifications....

Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 5 days ago

Requirements: Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Experience in child and adolescent psychiatry (preferred)....

Behavioral Health RN (PRN)

  • Columbus, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 5 days ago

Behavioral Health RN (PRN) Job ID: 31341 Job Category: Nurse RN Work Schedule: Rotating Department: Psychiatry Facility: BMH Golden Triangle Hospital Location: Columbus, MS Overview Job Summary Provides...

RN Psychiatric, Nights, Full Time

  • Cleveland, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Cleveland, MS
  • 10 days ago

Provides consultative services to nursing staff on other units relative to mental health issues. Provides nursing care appropriate to the condition of the geriatric patient....

RN Behavioral Health PRN

  • Jackson, MS
  • 20 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 20 days ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for...

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse Full-time 7a-7p

  • Columbus, MS
  • 24 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 24 days ago

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse Full-time 7a-7p Job ID: 30830 Job Category: Nurse RN Work Schedule: Days Department: Psychiatry Facility: BMH Golden Triangle Hospital Location: Columbus, MS Overview...

RN-Psychiatric, Nights, Full Time

  • Cleveland, MS
  • 27 days ago
  • Cleveland, MS
  • 27 days ago

Provides consultative services to nursing staff on other units relative to mental health issues. Provides nursing care appropriate to the condition of the geriatric patient....

RN - Behavioral Health (7P-7A) BMH GTR

  • Columbus, MS
  • 27 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 27 days ago

RN - Behavioral Health (7P-7A) BMH GTR Job ID: 28437 Job Category: Nurse RN Work Schedule: Nights Department: Psychiatry Facility: BMH Golden Triangle Hospital Location: Columbus, MS Overview Summary...

Behavioral Health RN PRN

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for...

RN Behavioral Health (PRN)

  • Columbus, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 30+ days ago

RN Behavioral Health (PRN) Job ID: 30280 Job Category: Nurse RN Work Schedule: Days Facility: BMH Golden Triangle Hospital Location: Columbus, MS Overview Job Summary Provides direct and indirect...

Registered Nurse

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 30+ days ago

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE-CSU Job Code:2025-CSU-LPN-03.14 County:Harrison City:Gulfport FT/PT Status:Regular Full Time Education:Associate's Degree Summary: Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources is...

RN Behavioral Health Nights

  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Mississippi

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 Mississippi offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatric Rns in Mississippi
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%