Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Old Bridge, 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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Registered Nurse (RN), Involuntary Psych Child & Adol

  • Elizabeth, NJ (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 2 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...

Assistant Director Patient Care (RN), Mental Health Closed Unit

  • Elizabeth, NJ (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (20 miles from Old Bridge, 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 - Mental Health Inpatient Unit - Per Diem Days

  • Neptune City, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Neptune City, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 8 days 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 - Mental Health Inpatient Unit - Per Diem Days

  • Neptune, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Neptune, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 9 days 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...

Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health- Float- P/T with Benefits Evenings

  • Belle Mead, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 10 days 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 (RN) Nights TU5 Dual Diagnosis

  • Summit, NJ (22 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Summit, NJ (22 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Minimum requirements are one (1) year of psychiatric nursing experience, or two (2) years of medical/surgical experience with proven leadership, strong clinical skills, and high motivation....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Level I (Hybrid)

  • Farmingdale, NJ (15 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Farmingdale, NJ (15 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in NJ and PA (or willing to obtain prior to starting) Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) by ANCC....

Registered Nurse - Comprehensive Services Psych Unit - F/T Nights

  • Belle Mead, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 13 days 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...

RN Registered Nurse - Psych Screening - Full Time Night

  • Long Branch, NJ (18 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (18 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Job Title: RN Location: Monmouth Medical Center Department Name: Psych Screening Req #: ... Status: Hourly Shift: Night Pay Range: $45.55 - $58.06 per hour Pay Transparency: The above reflects the...

RN - Psych ER

  • Staten Island, NY (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Night Shift - 12 Hours (United States of...

RN Registered Nurse - Psych IP - CCIS - Full Time Night

  • Long Branch, NJ (18 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (18 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

Job Title: RN Location: Monmouth Medical Center Department Name: Psych IP-CCIS Req #: ... Status: Hourly Shift: Night Pay Range: $45.55 - $58.06 per hour Pay Transparency: The above reflects the...

Registered Nurse - Comprehensive Services Psych Unit - P/T without benefits - Evenings

  • Belle Mead, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 24 days ago
  • Belle Mead, NJ (17 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 24 days 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 (RN), Intermediate Child & Adolescent Psych

  • Elizabeth, NJ (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 30+ 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...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Middletown, NJ (11 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Middletown, NJ (11 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 30+ 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....

RN - Inpatient Psych

  • Staten Island, NY (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (20 miles from Old Bridge, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Night Shift - 12 Hours (United States of...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Old Bridge, 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 Old Bridge, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.6%
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 Old Bridge, 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%