Psychiatric Rn Jobs in New Paltz, 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

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Overview CHE Behavioral Health Services is seeking a full-time or part-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Dutchess County, New York area....

Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), Central New York Psychiatric Center Green Haven Satellite Unit, P26262

  • Stormville, NY (23 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stormville, NY (23 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 2 days ago

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...

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Kingston, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kingston, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Deliver urgent response and treatment services for mental health and substance use crises. Provide voluntary crisis treatment services focusing on peer and recovery support....

Remote Work

Telemedicine Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Kingston, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kingston, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Deliver urgent response and treatment services for mental health and substance use crises. Provide voluntary crisis treatment services focusing on peer and recovery support....

Remote Work

REGISTERED NURSE-Mental Health

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 5 days ago

The Registered Nurse demonstrates competence by integrating theoretical knowledge with clinical experience in the care of assigned patients and families by independently assessing, planning, and...

Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), Central New York Psychiatric Center - Green Haven Satellite Unit, P26262

  • Verbank, NY (20 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Verbank, NY (20 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 9 days ago

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...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/PMHNP

  • Millbrook, NY (21 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Millbrook, NY (21 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Position: Seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/ Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry (PMHNP/NPP) to join our Outpatient Behavioral Health Team in the Hudson Valley....

NY647c - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 21 days ago

Outpatient Community Center in Poughkeepsie area is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for full time and mostly telehealth position. This position only requires you be in the office two days...

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Treatment Program

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 27 days ago

These offerings are part of the Department of Psychiatry at WMCHealth, which has been a leading provider of comprehensive behavioral health services for the Hudson Valley for more than 90 years....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (11 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Leading Behavioral Health Provider in Hudson Valley!...

Registered Nurse- Full-Time- Behavioral Health/Psych Experience - Hudson Valley

  • Fishkill, NY (18 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fishkill, NY (18 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

The ideal candidate will have experience with individuals with behavioral health conditions and developmental disabilities....

Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health/Psych Experience - Hudson Valley

  • Fishkill, NY (18 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fishkill, NY (18 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

The ideal candidate will have experience with individuals with behavioral health conditions and developmental disabilities....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Beacon, NY (20 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Beacon, NY (20 miles from New Paltz, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for...

Demographic Data for New Paltz, NY

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in New Paltz, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in New Paltz, NY offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
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 New Paltz, 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%