Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Buffalo, 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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Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 45+ days ago

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

Practical Nurse - Mental Health

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 5 days ago

Summary The Western New York VA Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to work on the Mental Health Team (10C) at the Buffalo Location....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner of ACT Aspire

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 5 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: NYS licensed psychiatrist/NP Experience in community-based mental health services....

Psych RN $60/hr. Eves

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

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

RN Psychiatric FT

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Salary: $2400 / Week The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise....

FT Psych RN needed in Buffalo 3p-11p $60/hr

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

Salary: $1442 / Week + Psych RN needed in Buffalo, NY + $60/hr + 3p-11p + contact Laura at ... for more information The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse,requires a wide range of nursing...

Practical Nurse - Mental Health

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

The Western New York VA Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to work on the Mental Health Team (10C) at the Buffalo Location....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Blasdell, NY (7 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Blasdell, NY (7 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Services include internal/family medicine, pediatrics, OB-GYN, dentistry, podiatry, psychiatry, vision care, nutrition and behavioral health counseling, and pharmacy services....

$70/hr RN Psych Evenings or Nights

  • West Seneca, NY (3 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Seneca, NY (3 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 12 days ago

PMH nurses promote well-being through prevention and education, in addition to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders....

RN Psychiatric Evenings/Nights Full Time $70/hr

  • West Seneca, NY (3 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Seneca, NY (3 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 12 days ago

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

Adolescent Psych RN Eves and Nights $65/hr.

  • West Seneca, NY (3 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Seneca, NY (3 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 12 days ago

The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise....

Psych RN needed in West Seneca, NY 3p-1130p or 11p-730a $70/hr

  • West Seneca, NY (3 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Seneca, NY (3 miles from Buffalo, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Psych RN needed in West Seneca, NY $70/hr 3p-1130p or 11p-730a $70/hr contact Laura at ... for more information The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse,requires a wide range of nursing,...

Psych RN 8h Eves $60/hr- Buffalo

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 13 days ago

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

Were seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join a progressive, community-based healthcare team delivering behavioral health services in a hybrid...

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

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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%