Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

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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Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM (14 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 1 day ago

Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Presbyterian Medical Services - 3.3 Rio Rancho, NM Job Details Full-time Estimated: $125K - $153K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance...

Registered Nurse / RN Adult Psych

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago

Overview Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Adult Psych Behavioral Health Unit Registered Nurse in Albuquerque, NM. Why Join Us?...

Charge Registered Nurse / RN Adult Psych

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago

Overview You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $12,000. Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Adult Psychiatric Unit Charge Nurse in Albuquerque, NM. Why Join Us? Thrive in a...

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 days ago

Experience providing services in psychiatric nursing or behavioral health and wellness counseling for 24 recent consecutive months + Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart...

Bilingual Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 29 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 29 days ago

Company Description We are a growing behavioral health practice offering cutting edge treatments for mental health with a focus on treatment resistant depression and PTSD....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Albuquerque,NM,US

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 29 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 29 days ago

Company Description We are a growing behavioral health practice offering cutting edge treatments for mental health with a focus on treatment resistant depression and PTSD....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 29 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 29 days ago

Company Description We are a growing behavioral health practice offering cutting edge treatments for mental health with a focus on treatment resistant depression and PTSD....

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Bernalillo, NM (20 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bernalillo, NM (20 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 45+ 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....

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

  • Los Lunas, NM (22 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Lunas, NM (22 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
  • 45+ days ago

To Apply for this Job Click Here POSITION: Psychiatric Registered Nurse SCHEDULE: Opportunities available for day, evening, and night shifts FACILITY: Central NM Correctional Facility LOCATION:...

RN - Inpatient Psych

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Sign-On Bonus Available Relocation Assistance Available Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials Minimum Offer $ 34.84/hr. Maximum Offer $ 47.33/hr....

Travel Nurse RN Psych (782204)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Travel Nurse RN - Psych Weekly Gross Pay: $2348 - $2548 Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States Start date: 06-02-2025 Assignment length: 13 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous...

Aprn Psych - Psychiatric

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

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

Aprn Psych - PRN

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago

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

RN Psych - Inpatient

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago

Department: MDC - Behavioral Health FTE: 0.90 Full Time Shift: Days Position Summary: Provide professional nursing care for assigned patients in a mental health/psychiatric environment....

Demographic Data for Albuquerque, NM

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

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


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Albuquerque, NM 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 Albuquerque, NM
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%