Psychiatric Rn Jobs in West Warwick, RI

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 Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Cranston, RI (8 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 25 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (8 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 25 days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether...

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Woonsocket, RI (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether...

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Cranston, RI (8 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cranston, RI (8 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether...

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Warwick, RI (2 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI (2 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether...

Addiction Medicine Registered Nurse (RN) - The Ridge Recovery Center

  • Plainfield, CT (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Plainfield, CT (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 10 hours ago

We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - PHP.IOP - Quinebaug Treatment Center- Dayville, CT

  • Voluntown, CT (18 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Voluntown, CT (18 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

health system in New England, has a rewarding opportunity available for an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PHMNP) to provide outpatient PHP and IOP services for adults and...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

  • Plainfield, CT (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Plainfield, CT (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

Backus Hospital is part of Hartford HealthCare, a system that includes 7 acute care hospitals, a comprehensive Behavioral Health Network, Home Care services, Senior Services, and an extensive Medical...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Warwick, RI (2 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI (2 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

Required Qualifications: Must have a clear, active and unrestricted Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license in the state of Rhode Island....

RN - Behavioral Health

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 5 hours ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Providence, RI (10 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (10 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 1 day ago

The Providence Center (TPC), an affiliate of Care New England, is seeking a full time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our collaborative and dedicated multidisciplinary team...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Cumberland, RI

  • Cumberland, RI (18 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cumberland, RI (18 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a Full-Time or Part Time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP/PMHCNS) to join our group practice....

Community Mental Health Nurse - Job Number 25-45 (191)

  • Newport, RI (17 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport, RI (17 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: Lincoln County's Behavioral Health Division is looking to add a Community Mental Health Nurse 2 to their team....

Registered Nurse III

  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 3 days ago

The Dr. John C. Corrigan Mental Health Center is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals for the position of Registered Nurse III who desires a rewarding career making a difference in the...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Newport, RI (17 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport, RI (17 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 4 days ago

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Registered Nurse

  • East Providence, RI (10 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (10 miles from West Warwick, RI)
  • 4 days ago

EXPERIENCE: One year of psychiatric nursing and/or pediatric nursing preferred WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is performed in a psychology-based clinical setting requiring extensive...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in West Warwick, RI

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 West Warwick, RI offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
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 West Warwick, RI
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%