Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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 Nurse Practitioner - Fee For Service

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 hours ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Philadelphia, PA....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner serves as a behavioral health clinical professional, helping to shape treatment plans, manage crisis situations, and coordinate care across multiple...

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

  • Bristol, PA (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bristol, PA (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4....

RN Adult Psych PRN Evening T3 Jefferson Einstein

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources...

Psych Nurse Extern

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago

It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Residency Program - Hybrid Fort Washington, PA

  • Fort Washington, PA (12 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Washington, PA (12 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Requirements: Have national certification of a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 12 of your 40 weekly hours are required to be during our peak "after school hours" defined as after 4 pm ET...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Residency Program - Hybrid King of Prussia, PA

  • King of Prussia, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Requirements: Have national certification of a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 12 of your 40 weekly hours are required to be during our peak "after school hours" defined as after 4 pm ET...

Registered Nurse Geri-Psych ( Senior Behavioral Health RN ) - Per Diem / PRN hours

  • Meadowbrook, PA (10 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Meadowbrook, PA (10 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 7 days ago

OVERVIEW Join us at Redeemer Health and choose your ideal clinical setting from our hospital, home care services, or senior care communities. Here, you're not just a nurse but a respected patient...

Registered Nurse RN FT Days

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (7 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (7 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Behavioral health experience preferred. Licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Hybrid Mount Laurel, NJ

  • Mount Laurel, NJ (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Position Summary As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Blackbird Health, you'll play an essential role in delivering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, and medication...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (40hrs/wk, 7a-3:30p)

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities Below is a list of your responsibilities as a Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner with YesCare: Responds to and initiates care for those requiring mental health services throughout...

Registered Nurse / Behavioral Health, Home Health PRN

  • King of Prussia, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Behavioral Health RN....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Telepsychiatry -fulltime (40 hours) (New Jersey)

  • Evesham, NJ (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Evesham, NJ (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Virtua Medical Group is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide high-quality, compassionate care through telepsychiatry....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Psychiatry Consult Service-Full-Time (Mt Holly, NJ)

  • Mount Holly, NJ (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Mount Holly, NJ (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 15 days ago

About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join our team....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Virtua Behavioral Health-Inpatient Psychiatry-Full-Time (Willingboro, NJ)

  • Willingboro, NJ (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Willingboro, NJ (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join our team....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA
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%