Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Mahwah, 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 NP

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 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

  • Bronx, NY (22 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (22 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 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)

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 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 (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (24 miles from Mahwah, 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...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing psychiatric services which includes the following: provision of a full behavioral health (including medical health) assessment; diagnosis...

RN - Psychiatric/CPEP

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Skills: NYS RN License BLS, CPI 2 years psychiatry exp Min 2 years RN exp 1 year travel experience for Travel positions, not required for Per Diem positions EPIC exp highly preferred Avg Unit Census...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric - 5x8 Evenings

  • Bronx, NY (22 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY (22 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Centra Healthcare Solutions is 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...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Yonkers, NY (17 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Yonkers, NY (17 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Work in Beautiful Westchester County.*Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner needed!*10-12 patients per day.*Patients ages 18-65.*Monday thru Friday.*4 Weeks of vacation + Holidays! $165...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Bronx, NY (22 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY (22 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Certification: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification, DEA registration, and BLS certification required....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • Boonton, NJ (16 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boonton, NJ (16 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours 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 (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

A recognized health services network in New York City is currently seeking a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to provide primary care to adults at one of their independent living facilities in Fresh...

Psych Nurse Practitioner, Correctional Health Services

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

Other duties as assigned by the Senior Psychiatrist or Mental Health Manager for the facility, Medical Director, or Chief of Service for Psychiatry, or their respective designees....

RN - Psychiatry

  • Boonton, NJ (16 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Boonton, NJ (16 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

RN - Psychiatry Share Apply Now Estimated Gross Weekly Wage $1905 Location Boonton, NJ Shift 07:00 PM-07:30 AM Start Date 07/13/2025 Assignment Length 13 weeks Job Type Travel Job ID PHS-3435 Share...

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,104 per week

  • Boonton, NJ (16 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Boonton, NJ (16 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Nightingale Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Boonton Township, New Jersey. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Stabilization

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Mahwah, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform psychiatric evaluations of, prescribe psychotropic medication to, and provide medication management for clinically robust clientele. Attend to emergent client...

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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 Mahwah, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Mahwah, 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 Mahwah, 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%