Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Westampton, 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)

  • Trenton, NJ (14 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (14 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Trenton, NJ (14 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (14 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Staff Nurse Mental Health PT Eves UCHC NJSP

  • Trenton, NJ (14 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ (14 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Yes No Do you have at least one year of psychiatric nursing experience?...

Registered Nurse (RN) Day Shift

  • Westampton, NJ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Westampton, NJ
  • 19 hours ago

ANA Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing certification preferred. CPR certification required....

Registered Nurse-Psychiatric

  • Camden, NJ (18 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (18 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

About Us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (13 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (13 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Current active, unencumbered DATA 2000 Waiver to allow for prescribing MAT Mission-driven and motivated to join an organization that will transform the way we deliver...

Remote Work

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Current licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Pennsylvania. Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) required....

Registered Nurse RN - PRN

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (13 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (13 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues....

Registered Nurse (RN) Nights 7pm - 7am

  • Westampton, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Westampton, NJ
  • 7 days ago

ANA Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing certification preferred. CPR certification required....

Behavioral Health - Nurse Practitioner

  • Hamilton, NJ (14 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (14 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

SHIFT: Day (United States of America) A Brief Overview Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is hiring for a Part-Time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join the Mays Landing team....

Pediatric Psych RN

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: Judge Healthcare is currently seeking a Pediatric Psych Rn for one of our top clients in the Philadelphia, PA ***Please note this request is for pediatric...

Psych/Nurse Practitioner

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Army health care team, youll assist our Soldiers and their families by providing mental health prevention activities, as well as intervention and stabilization when emotional and mental health problems...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Philadelphia, PA. Thriveworks is a clinician-founded national private practice group with locations in 48 states....

RN Psych - New Jersey

  • Trenton, NJ (14 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (14 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

addition tothe assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance usedisorders....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 25 days ago

Apply for MediTelecare's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) job opening today!...

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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 Westampton, 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 Westampton, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatric Rns in Westampton, 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%