Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Derry, NH

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

  • Manchester, NH (11 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Manchester, NH (11 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Manchester, NH (11 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Manchester, NH (11 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- New Hampshire

  • Milford, NH (20 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Milford, NH (20 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 13 days ago

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

Mental Health Nurse

  • Londonderry, NH (5 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Londonderry, NH (5 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 4 hours ago

health nursing process, individual/family dynamics in health and during illness Minimum of six months in mental health nursing, including individual and group therapy Civilian mental health nursing...

RN Adult Psych FT Days

  • Tewksbury, MA (19 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (19 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 5 days ago

Up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to...

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • Lowell, MA (16 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lowell, MA (16 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 90+ days ago

At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed....

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Manchester, NH (11 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Manchester, NH (11 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 90+ days ago

At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed....

Travel Pediatric Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

  • Hampstead, NH (5 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hampstead, NH (5 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Pediatric Behavioral Health Registered Nurse job in Hampstead, New Hampshire paying $2,507.80 to $2,701.00 weekly. This is a 13-week contract...

Weekend Psychiatric Nurse

  • Middleton, MA (23 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Middleton, MA (23 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 2 days ago

*The Home Care Weekend RN schedule is every weekend (Saturday & Sunday) from 7:00AM – 8:00PM, and 4 hours on Monday to complete documentation and do any follow-ups with providers, etc. Work a...

Psychiatric Home Health Registered Nurse

  • Middleton, MA (23 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Middleton, MA (23 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 2 days ago

*The Home Care Weekend RN schedule is every weekend (Saturday & Sunday) from 7:00AM – 8:00PM, and 4 hours on Monday to complete documentation and do any follow-ups with providers, etc. Work a...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric Unit (Adult)

  • Hampstead, NH (5 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hampstead, NH (5 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 2 days ago

If you would like to combine your love of traveling with your nursing career, Accountable's Travel Nurse contracts are the way to go. LIVE Life 13 weeks at a time... We can help you achieve your...

Travel Registered Nurse Psych

  • Tewksbury, MA (19 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (19 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 5 days ago

As a Psych RN, you will play a vital role in providing compassionate and high-quality care to patients with mental health conditions....

Registered Nurse - Community Crisis Stabilization

  • Lawrence, MA (14 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (14 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 10 days ago

Provides crisis intervention and performs clinical screening/assessments of children and adults' mental health, substance use, and physical health needs....

RN - Psychiatric

  • Hampstead, NH (5 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hampstead, NH (5 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 12 days ago

ID: 54169653 Shift: 8H 07:00-15:30 Day Description: SAVED FOR MC Guaranteed Hours: 40 Contract Weeks:89

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Hampstead, NH (5 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hampstead, NH (5 miles from Derry, NH)
  • 18 days ago

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Derry, NH

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Derry, NH 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 Derry, NH
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%