Psychiatric Rn Jobs in White Plains, 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

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

is currently seeking a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - VA Reviewer to fill an opening with a Non-profit organization Requirements of the Nurse Practitioner / Mental Health /VA Reviewer : Must hold...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

New York State Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensure required....

Registered Nurse

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Together, we provide a range of services such as crisis intervention, medication-assisted treatment, individual and group therapies, psychosocial rehabilitation, housing support, and linkage to primary...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Union City, NJ (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Union City, NJ (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (New Jersey) Becoming a SonderMind psychiatric provider means joining a community of mental health professionals who are committed to making a difference in peoples lives...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Pysch

  • Wilton, CT (20 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wilton, CT (20 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Vincents Behavioral Health Center in Westport is a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility specializing in care for children, adolescents, and adults with mental health and dual diagnosis substance use...

Registered Nurse - Adult Psych

  • North Salem, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • North Salem, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Vincents Behavioral Health Center in Westport is a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility specializing in care for children, adolescents, and adults with mental health and dual diagnosis substance use...

Registered Nurse Psych Short Visits PRN

  • Stamford, CT (11 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (11 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Description: ID# JR-126898 Registered Nurse Behavioral Health- Home visits- PRN NOT shift work! Done in the field early, not your traditional evening hours!...

Registered Nurse - 6 St John-Psychiatric - PT Days with Benefits

  • Hackensack, NJ (17 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (17 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted...

Registered Nurse (Senate)

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Registered Nurse Supervisor 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center, P26833 Mental Health, Office of - 3.3 New York, NY Job Details Full-time $132,178 - $143,230 a year 11 hours...

Registered Nurse - Psych

  • Norwalk, CT (18 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (18 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Description Summary: The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care that is guided by the American Nurses Association (ANA) scope of practice. A Registered Nurse collaborates with patients,...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 4 days 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....

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • Stamford, CT (11 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (11 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago

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

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Inpatient- 5N

  • Yonkers, NY (8 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (8 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago

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

Bilingual Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 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....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in White Plains, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in White Plains, 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 White Plains, 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%