Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Nebraska

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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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Omaha, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 14 days ago

We are looking for licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNP) to join our diverse network of contracted providers....

Remote Work

Behavioral Health - Registered Nurse

  • Alvo, NE
  • 3 days ago
  • Alvo, NE
  • 3 days ago

Key duties include assessing patients' mental health needs, formulating and implementing nursing diagnoses, and evaluating individualized care plans....

RN Psychiatric $55/hr - OT available

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 11 days ago

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

RN Psychiatric -$55/hr

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 11 days ago

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

RN Psychiatric

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 11 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 11 days ago

The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise....

Psychiatric Nurse

  • Omaha, NE
  • 19 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 19 days ago

Overview From primary to specialty care as well as walk-in and virtual services CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy. We...

RN Mental Health

  • Kearney, NE
  • 19 days ago
  • Kearney, NE
  • 19 days ago

health services at our free-standing Richard Young Behavioral Health facility....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Nebraska

  • Omaha, NE
  • 19 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 19 days ago

Becoming a SonderMind psychiatric provider means joining a community of mental health professionals who are committed to making a difference in people's lives through personalized, evidence-based psychiatric...

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

  • NE
  • 20 days ago
  • NE
  • 20 days ago

direction and training to other Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) staff....

Registered Nurse - Mental Health at Nebraska Correctional Center for Women (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job Description: Varying...

Registered Nurse- Inpatient Mental Health

  • Omaha, NE
  • 29 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 29 days ago

Clarissa Baccam Phone ... Fax ... Email ... Address VA Nebraska-Western Iowa HCS - Omaha 4101 Woolworth Avenue Omaha, NE 68105 US Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Reception and Treatment Center

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 30+ days ago

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Correctional Services - Agency 46 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $56.285 Job Posting: JR2... Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Reception and Treatment...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatry - Rotating

  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 30+ days ago

seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) that is licensed or in the immediate process, and qualifies, of obtaining Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of NE to work in the specialty area of Psychiatry...

Travel Nurse RN Psych (754977)

  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Travel Nurse RN - Psych Location: Scottsbluff, NE, United States Start date: 03-11-2025 Assignment length: 13 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience is not...

Behavioral Health RN

  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Scottsbluff, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Behavioral Health RN#25-55924 $2,051.64 - $2,159.28/week Scottsbluff, NE $2051.64 weekly base pay $0 weekly stipends All On-site 13 weeks Job Description Night Shift Within ICONMA's Healthcare and...

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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General Psychiatric Management for BPD
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Nebraska

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 Nebraska 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 Nebraska
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%