Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Montville, 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 (19 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Montville, 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 (19 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Montville, 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 (19 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Montville, 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...

Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Be part of our 130-year history and innovative Future of Care built by visiting nurses like you.VNS Health Behavioral Health team members provide vital client-centered behavioral health care to New...

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Requirements: Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Active New York NP license Active DEA license New grads welcome to apply Prior experience with underserved populations...

Licensed Practical Nurse - Mental Health

  • East Orange, NJ (12 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • East Orange, NJ (12 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 12 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 - Behavioral Health

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Overview The Registered Professional Nurse is responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating all nursing care. This is done by utilizing standards of care and standards...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

The Psych NP will facilitate coordination of seamless behavioral health, medical, support and prevention services for program clients....

Travel Behavioral Health Nurse Manager - $3,360 per week

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Director Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Brooklyn, New York.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Behavioral HealthDiscipline: RNStart Date...

Registered Nurse (RN), Intermediate Child & Adolescent Psych

  • Elizabeth, NJ (19 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (19 miles from Montville, 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 Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Summary The Child Center of NY is seeking a compassionate and experienced Bilingual Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Mandarin/English) to join our multidisciplinary behavioral health team....

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

  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

RN Psych

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

RN Psych Travel Bronx, NY 10456 Posted 1 week ago Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Psych Shift: 3x12 Days Start Date: 07/09/2025 End Date: 10/08/2025 Duration: 13 Weeks Job Id: 58238607...

Psychiatric RN $70 AN HOUR

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Salary: $14 / Hour The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse,requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise.PMH nurses promote well-being through...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Montville, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for...

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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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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 Montville, NJ

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


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Montville, 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 Montville, 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%