Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Raleigh, NC

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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Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health

  • Lifepoint Behavioral Health
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Your experience matters Lifepoint Behavioral Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Triangle Springs is a 77-bed behavioral...

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RN Behavioral Health Day or Night Shift

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing
  • Fuquay Varina, NC (19 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Fuquay Varina, NC (19 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 15 hours ago

Experience in adolescent psychiatric nursing preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care....

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Registered Nurse (RN) Mental Health Unit

  • WakeMed Health & Hospitals
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 21 hours ago

Overview The Clinical Nurse is responsible for providing total comprehensive nursing to patients and their families through the implementation of a plan of care. The plan is based upon the...

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RN - Psych

  • Universal Health Services
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and...

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Registered Nurse RN Behavioral Health

  • Triangle Springs
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 days ago

Your experience matters Lifepoint Behavioral Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Triangle Springs is a 77-bed behavioral...

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Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (MOUD)

  • COMMWELL HEALTH
  • Coats, NC (24 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Coats, NC (24 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most Join a team that's been providing compassionate, patient-centered care to rural North Carolina communities for 50 years. At CommWell Health, you won't just...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Fee For Service

  • Thriveworks
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Durham, North Carolina....

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Part Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Fee For Service

  • Thriveworks
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Durham, North Carolina....

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Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health

  • Triangle Springs
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 12 days ago

Your experience matters Lifepoint Behavioral Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Triangle Springs is a 77-bed behavioral...

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • U.S. Army 2nd Medical Recruiting Battalion
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 20 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 20 days ago

Posting information: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner U.S. Army Nurse Corps SERVE OUR COUNTRY AS YOU STRENGTHEN OUR NATION'S DEFENDERS. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner and officer on the U.S....

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Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • AMN Healthcare Nursing
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago

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Community Mental Health Nurse

  • Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Main area Community Mental Health Team Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract 12 months (Fixed term to cover 12 months) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 346-DDA-023-26-A Employer Tees, Esk...

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RN - Psych - 7P - 7A - (Children)

  • Universal Health Services
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 60+ days ago

Responsibilities One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and...

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Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health

  • Easterseals UCP
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Make a meaningful difference in your community. Easterseals PORT Health is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. In this role, you’ll...

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Raleigh, NC

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 Raleigh, NC offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.0%
Bachelor's Degree
32.6%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.1%
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 Raleigh, NC
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%