Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Plainfield, 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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Addiction Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in NY

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

An addiction recovery center is seeking a psychiatric nurse practitioner to treat adult patients. The facility is located in New York. A full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is needed for an...

Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

  • Belleville, NJ (18 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Belleville, NJ (18 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse job in Belleville, New Jersey paying $1,862.00 to $2,090.00 weekly....

Per Diem / PRN Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $72-75 per hour

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

GHR Healthcare is seeking a per diem / prn nurse RN Behavioral Health for a per diem / prn nursing job in Staten Island, New York.Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Paterson, NJ (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Paterson, NJ (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

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

Remote Work

A31 Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health (Bedford Ave., Brooklyn)

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Health/Psychiatric outpatient/hospital setting supporting mobile patients with Severe Psychiatric Disorders (SMI) Familiarity/Experience with medications related to various Psychiatric/Behavioral Health...

Psych Nurse Practitioner - ACT Team

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

A nonprofit organization in Long Island is currently seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join their growing ACT/FACT Team. In this role, the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) will be...

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Now Hiring

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join a multidisciplinary team providing outpatient mental health services to...

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day 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

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day 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)

  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (15 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day 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 (RN), Involuntary Psych Child & Adol

  • Elizabeth, NJ (13 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (13 miles from Plainfield, 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...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

PROGRAM BACKGROUND: The Behavior Health Department provides mental health services to children aged 3 to 21 that have been placed in MercyFirst care....

RN - Psychiatric in Hudson, New York - $1,894/week

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

RN - Psychiatric in Hudson, New York - $1,894/week at Vetted Health summary:This position is for a Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) in Hudson, New York, offering a 13-week travel assignment with...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

A health services network in New York City is actively seeking a licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join their growing team in the Bronx. In this role, the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner...

Registered Nurse Supervisor 1 Psychiatric, (NY HELPS), South Beach Psychiatric Center, P26640

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Registered Nurse Supervisor 1 Psychiatric, (NY HELPS), South Beach Psychiatric Center, P26640 Mental Health, Office of - 3.3 Staten Island, NY Job Details Full-time $132,178 - $143,230 a year 10...

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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
Psychiatric medications are widely prescribed to treat psychological disorders. Learn how to effectively use these drugs to improve their ability to help. It is highly likely that you, a member of...
Special Topics: Genetics, Neurobiology, and Pathophysiology of Psychiatric Disorders
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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 Plainfield, 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%