Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Smithtown, 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 (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Islip, NY (9 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Islip, NY (9 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

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

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Brookhaven, NY (16 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Brookhaven, NY (16 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Mental Health Nurse

  • Glen Cove, NY (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Glen Cove, NY (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 7 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 1 Psychiatric Hourly (Charles K. Post ATC)

  • Brentwood, NY (5 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brentwood, NY (5 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric Hourly (Charles K. Post ATC) Addiction Services and Supports, Office of West Brentwood, NY 11717 The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Travel AMN Preferred Job ID 1141278 Posted 4 days ago REGISTERED NURSE - PSYCH Registered Nurse - Psychiatric JOB DETAILS This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of...

Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Health- St. Charles Hospital

  • Port Jefferson, NY (9 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (9 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Work Shift: Days (United States of America) Mercy Health About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization,...

Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Health Unit- St. Charles Hopsital

  • Port Jefferson, NY (9 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (9 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Work Shift: Days (United States of America) Mercy Health About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization,...

RN Psychiatric Evenings opening Westport CT

  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (21 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Salary: $2784 / Week The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise....

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,479 per week. Job in Stony Brook Gr8Jobs

  • Stony Brook, NY (5 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (5 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 10 days ago

GQR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Stony Brook, New York. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start Date:...

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,479 per week. Job in Stony Brook Gr8Jobs

  • Stony Brook, NY (5 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (5 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 10 days ago

GQR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Stony Brook, New York. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN Start...

Registered Nurse - Adult Psych

  • Greens Farms, CT (18 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Greens Farms, CT (18 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Location Detail: St Vincents Medical Center (10427) Shift Detail: two 12 hour night shifts per week every other weekend every other holiday Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adolescent Psych

  • Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 10 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...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Melville, NY (11 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Melville, NY (11 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 11 days ago

At SOL Mental Health, we're redefining what's possible in mental health care-starting with you....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Ambulatory (Full Time, Days)

  • Commack, NY (4 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Commack, NY (4 miles from Smithtown, NY)
  • 13 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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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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Medicating for Mental Health: Judicious Use of Psychiatric Drugs
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General Psychiatric Management for BPD
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Smithtown, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, 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%