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

  • Newark, NJ (18 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (18 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 25 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...

LPNP (Virtual)

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

  • Newark, NJ (18 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ (18 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 30+ 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 Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Newark, NJ (18 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (18 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 18 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 - 6 St John-Psychiatric - F/T Nights

  • Hackensack, NJ (19 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (19 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in...

Registered Nurse -Adult Psychiatric Unit

  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 2 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...

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health (Adult Med/Surg)

  • Dover, NJ (6 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dover, NJ (6 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Working knowledge of interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavioral health programming and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units. 5....

Registered Nurse (RN), Adult DDMI Psychiatric Inpatient

  • Elizabeth, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (22 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 4 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 (RN), Emergency Screening

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

Job Overview: The Trinitas Department of Behavioral Health and Psychiatry, part of Trinitas Regional Medical Center and an RWJBarnabas Health facility, offers comprehensive treatments for daily stress...

Registered Nurse, per diem varied, I/P Psych, Morristown Medical Center

  • Morristown, NJ (11 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (11 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 4 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,...

RN-Psychiatric (Full-time, Day, 7am to 7:30pm)

  • Bayonne, NJ (24 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bayonne, NJ (24 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 6 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...

RN-Psychiatric (Full-time, Day,11am- 11:30pm)

  • Bayonne, NJ (24 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bayonne, NJ (24 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 6 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...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Newark, NJ (18 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (18 miles from Boonton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

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

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Registered Nurse (Psych Emergency Services)

  • Boonton Township, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Boonton Township, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Working knowledge of interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavioral health programming and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units. 5....

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health (Adult ICU)

  • Boonton Township, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Boonton Township, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care....

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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 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
37.7%
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%