Psychiatric Rn Jobs in New Jersey

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

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 28 days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

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

Registered Nurse (RN) Day Shift

  • Westampton, NJ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Westampton, NJ
  • 3 hours ago

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

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health (CCIS)

  • Boonton Township, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Boonton Township, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

RN Psych Outpatient (Outreach Program for Assertive Community Treatment) - FT 8hr (Day Shift)

  • Boonton Township, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Boonton Township, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

RN Registered Nurse - Psych IP Acute - Full Time Night

  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 19 hours ago

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Registered Nurse for the Psych IP-Acute Department, at Monmouth Medical Center. Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jersey's largest...

RN Registered Nurse - Psych CCIS - Per Diem Day

  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Long Branch, NJ
  • 19 hours ago

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Registered Nurse for the Psych IP-CCIS Department, at Monmouth Medical Center. Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jersey's largest...

RN Registered Nurse - Adult Psych - Full Time Night

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 19 hours ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 19 hours ago

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Registered Nurse for the Adult Psych department at the Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Center. The Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Center (with...

Gifted Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Newton, New Jersey. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN...

Registered Nurse-Psychiatric

  • Camden, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Camden, 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 2 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...

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RN-Psychiatric (Full-time, Day shift)

  • Bayonne, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Bayonne, NJ
  • 3 days ago

About Us CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey's leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals - Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University...

Staff RN - Behavioral Health

  • Boonton Township, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Boonton Township, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

Registered Nurse RN - PRN

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, 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....

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...

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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...
General Psychiatric Management for BPD
This is HMS CME Online course with faculty from McLean Hospital is targeted to Primary Care and Specialty Physicians, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists,...

Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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%