Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Brooklyn, 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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Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Bronx, NY (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bronx, NY (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Bronx, New York, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Job Clinical Role: Do you know someone that might be a good fit for this position? Please ask about our generous referral fees! Seeking a board...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Mental Health

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

SERV, a well-established leader in behavioral healthcare in NJ, provides a wide range of quality residential and support services. We are in need of compassionate and caring individuals who would...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

This individual is an integral of the collaborative care team which includes nursing staff and other services such as Health Education, Nutrition, Social Work and Behavioral Health....

Registered Nurse Supervisor 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center, P26833

  • New York City, NY (1 mile from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY (1 mile from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental...

The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental...

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Inpatient- 5N

  • Yonkers, NY (18 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yonkers, NY (18 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu by fostering an awareness of the Behavioral Health Services patient population....

Staff Nurse Mental Health PT Eves UCHC NSP

  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Staff Nurse Mental Health FT Nights UCHC NSP

  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Staff Nurse Mental Health PT Days UCHC NSP (Multiple Vacancies)

  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Staff Nurse Mental Health Per Diem Mulitiple Vacancies-UCHC NSP

  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Yonkers, NY (18 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yonkers, NY (18 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Locums Job Staten Island, New York

  • Staten Island, NY (7 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (7 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Locums Job | Staten Island, New York Join a well-established behavioral health clinic in Staten Island, providing care for a diverse patient population ranging from children...

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago

At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed....

Bilingual Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Preferred: Board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. 5+ years of clinical experience in outpatient psychiatry or behavioral health. Knowledge of OMH Part 599 regulations....

Registered Nurse Supervisor 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), New York State Psychiatric Institute, P26796

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Agency Mental Health, Office of The job title for the vacancy....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

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 Brooklyn, NY 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 Brooklyn, 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%