Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Happy Valley, OR

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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RN Staff Nurse - Psychiatric Emergency Services

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Unity is founded on a mission of trauma-informed care and destigmatizing behavioral health diagnoses....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Vancouver, WA (21 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (21 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 45+ days ago

Department/Unit Summary The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) will coordinate and deliver quality general and psychiatric nursing care to patients hospitalized for treatment of substance abuse...

Geri Psych RN Part-time Break Relief Nurse

  • Hillsboro, OR (17 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (17 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 14 hours ago

Part-Time | 6-Hour Night Shift Compensation & Differentials Base Pay Range: $49.34/hr $74.08/hr Break/Lunch Differential: Additional $3.00/hr Night Shift Differential: Additional $6.00/hr Schedule...

Psychiatric Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) PACT

  • Vancouver, WA (21 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (21 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 2 days ago

One year experience providing services as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. BLS/CPR and AED certifications....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNP) to join our diverse network of contracted providers....

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Include: We now seek a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our multidisciplinary treatment team. Conduct initial Psychiatric evaluations....

[Part Time] Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 4 days ago

Provides health education to residents, including recovery skills to prevent a relapse of mental health symptoms....

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Now Hiring

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 7 days ago

Earn $800+/day as a local medical consultant performing mental status exams - no treatment or Rx required, max scheduling flexibility 30+ days in advance (Saturdays preferred), and medical...

RN - Psych Adult 0.7 FTE Evening

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 7 days ago

RN Psych Adult *0.7 FTE Evening* at Providence St Vincent Medical Center in Portland, OR. Providence nurses are not simply valued theyre invaluable. You will thrive in our culture of...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Intake

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 7 days ago

The Assessment Center Nurse is a registered professional nurse with demonstrated experience in the triage and assessment of potential patients with mental health and/or chemical dependency treatment...

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 14 days ago

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

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Oregon City, OR (6 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Oregon City, OR (6 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 14 days ago

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

Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 18 days ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 18 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse job in Oregon paying Up to $5648.00 per contract....

Operations Manager of Clinical Experiences - Certified Nurse Midwifery (CNM)/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 18 days ago
  • Portland, OR (10 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 18 days ago

George Fox University's College of Nursing announces the development of DNP programs, including Certified Nurse Midwifery (CNM) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) programs....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, ACT #1223

  • Beaverton, OR (14 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 20 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (14 miles from Happy Valley, OR)
  • 20 days ago

Qualifications: Masters degree in Mental Health Nursing with Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license and prescriptive privileges....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Happy Valley, OR

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Happy Valley, OR 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 Happy Valley, OR
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%