Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Boonton, NJ

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 (Virtual)

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $156-$220 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

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $156-$220 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 NP

  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $156-$220 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Licensed Practical Nurse - Mental Health

  • East Orange, NJ (15 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • East Orange, NJ (15 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), functions as a member of the team as assigned. The incumbent demonstrates initiative, assumes responsibility for improving knowledge and skills, demonstrates...

Registered Nurse (RN), Intermediate Child & Adolescent Psych

  • Elizabeth, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications : Active New Jersey RN License or approved RN license required ASN or BSN required AHA BLS prior to start date required One (1) year experience in Behavioral Health Nursing preferred...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)- Bilingual- Essex County NJ

  • Newark, NJ (18 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (18 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • East Orange, NJ (15 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Orange, NJ (15 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

With SonderMind, you can practice psychiatry the way youve always envisioned while providing high-quality, evidence-based care for improved outcomes with ease....

Registered Nurse, full-time day 7A-7P, I/P Psych, Overlook Medical Center

  • Summit, NJ (15 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Summit, NJ (15 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Additional Joint Commission-certified services include behavioral health care, spine surgery, wound care, and primary care medical home (PCMH)....

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in New Jersey....

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Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (5 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $156-$220 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Registered Nurse, part-time varied, Mental Health ECT, Morristown Medical Center

  • Morristown, NJ (11 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (11 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Responsible for working with other healthcare professionals to help treat patients with various injuries, illnesses or disabilities. Monitors patients, administers medications, keeps records,...

Registered Nurse (RN), Intermediate Child & Adolescent Psych Per Diem

  • Elizabeth, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

The inpatient behavioral health services offer people with acute psychiatric crises who urgently require a safe environment, a supportive and structured milieu, and intensive psychiatric and physiological...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Boonton, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Boonton, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Requirements Registered Nurse - Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN) StartDate: 7/13/2025 Available Shifts: 12 N Pay Rate: $1783.42 - $1965.41 This outstanding Behavioral Health unit is looking for the...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • Boonton, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Boonton, NJ
  • 13 days ago

This outstanding Behavioral Health unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals....

Registered Nurse -Adult Psychiatric Unit

  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

About Us CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey's leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals - Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University...

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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Medicating for Mental Health: Judicious Use of Psychiatric Drugs
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General Psychiatric Management for BPD
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Boonton, NJ

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 Boonton, NJ 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 Boonton, NJ
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%