Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Brentwood, NY

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) - Behavioral Health

  • St. Vincent's Medical Center
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Location Detail: St Vincents Medical Center (10427) Shift Detail: straight night shift, every other weekend, including holidays Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000...

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Psych

  • St. Vincent's Medical Center
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Location Detail: 47 Long Lots Rd Westport (10437) Shift Detail: 2nd shift RN 3p-11:30pm32 hours per week including every other weekend and some Holidays. Work where every moment matters. Every...

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Registered Nurse - Psych

  • Northwell Health
  • Amityville, NY (10 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Amityville, NY (10 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Shift: Schedule: Per Diem, Various Days and Shifts Job Description Performs an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis,...

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Nurse Manager (RN) - Adult Psych

  • St. Vincent's Medical Center
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Location Detail: 47 Long Lots Rd Westport (10437) Shift Detail: Full-time with flexible hours to meet operational needs. Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Northwell Health
  • Melville, NY (7 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Melville, NY (7 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Job Description Performs a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for patient admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and outcome evaluation. Participates in...

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Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

  • Aya Healthcare corporate careers
  • Brentwood, NY
  • 21 days ago
  • Brentwood, NY
  • 21 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse job in West Brentwood, New York paying $2795.80 to $2960.20 weekly. This is a 26-week contract position that...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Seafield Center
  • Amityville, NY (10 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Amityville, NY (10 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 29 days ago

Part-Time Position Available Hourly Rate: $75.00 – $80.00 MAIN FUNCTION: - To provide medical care of the patient while at Seafield Center and to ensure all newly admitted patients are medically...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner P/T

  • Seafield Center
  • Mineola, NY (20 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mineola, NY (20 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Part-Time Position Available Hourly Rate: $75.00 – $80.00 MAIN FUNCTION: - To provide medical care of the patient while at Seafield Center and to ensure all newly admitted patients are medically...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Behavioral Health Outpatient (Float / Long Island, NY)

  • Sun River Health
  • Brentwood, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brentwood, NY
  • 30+ days ago

patients with substance use disorder and make appropriate referrals when necessary Essential Job Qualifications Minimum Education Requirement: Master's Degree Minimum Licensure: Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Per Diem

  • Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Opportunity for a Psychiatric APRN to join a growing team in Westport, CT....

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Per diem ( Emergency Department, Clinical Liaison, Inpatient or Outpatient)

  • Northwell Health
  • Port Jefferson, NY (15 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (15 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Performs a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for patient admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and outcome evaluation. Participates in...

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Staff RN Inpatient Psych, Fulltime Nights

  • The Stamford Hospital
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Stamford Health is hiring a Fulltime RN on the NIGHT SHIFT for our Inpatient Psych Unit! This position is full-time Monday through Friday, 7pm to 8am, with rotating weekends and holidays! As a...

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Adolescent and Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner-Part Time

  • Northwell Health
  • Port Jefferson, NY (15 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (15 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Performs a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for patient admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and outcome evaluation. Participates in...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Brentwood, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Brentwood, NY offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.0%
Bachelor's Degree
32.6%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.1%
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 Brentwood, NY
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%