Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Pleasantville, 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 Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Yonkers, NY (12 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (12 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • Yonkers, NY (12 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (12 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Services Lead - Adult Psych

  • North Salem, NY (17 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • North Salem, NY (17 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

Location Detail: 47 Long Lots Rd Westport (10437) Shift Detail: Flexible hours to meet the needs of the department Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adolescent Psych

  • Wilton, CT (19 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Wilton, CT (19 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Location Detail: 47 Long Lots Rd Westport (10437) Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Psych

  • Wilton, CT (19 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Wilton, CT (19 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Location Detail: St Vincents Medical Center (10427) Shift Detail: 1 shift per 6 weeks 1 holiday per year Description - External Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000...

Mental Health Nurse

  • New Rochelle, NY (14 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • New Rochelle, NY (14 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 11 days ago

health nursing process, individual/family dynamics in health and during illness Minimum of six months in mental health nursing, including individual and group therapy Civilian mental health nursing...

Registered Nurse - Psych Unit, FT Days

  • Carmel, NY (21 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Carmel, NY (21 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess...

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Inpatient - 3 West

  • Yonkers, NY (12 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (12 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Overview St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Youth ACT

  • Tarrytown, NY (4 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (4 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Greater Mental Health of New York is an equal opportunity employer....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Behavioral Health

  • Briarcliff Manor, NY (2 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Briarcliff Manor, NY (2 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 5 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...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP

  • Larchmont, NY (13 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Larchmont, NY (13 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview: We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our expanding team in New York....

RN-Psychiatry

  • Bedford Hills, NY (8 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bedford Hills, NY (8 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 7 days ago

RN - Psychiatry Estimated Gross Weekly Wage $2831 Location Bedford Hills, NY Shift *P/D*Full Time M-F 8a-4p....

Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), New York City Children's Center, Bronx Campus, P26060

  • Bronx, NY (22 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (22 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 8 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 Nurse Practitioner. Job in Harrison Gr8Jobs

  • Harrison, NY (10 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (10 miles from Pleasantville, NY)
  • 8 days ago

NEW HIGHER PAY! Facility in the just north of New York City is seeking a PMHNP for a clinical adult outpatient role. This is a full time position. This facility is approximately 40 minutes north...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Pleasantville, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Pleasantville, NY offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatric Rns in Pleasantville, 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%