Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Franklin, TN

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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Adult Psychiatric Nurse - RN

  • Franklin, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 4 days ago

These include behavioral health and 24-hour emergency. These also include heart and vascular and imaging....

Geriatric Psychiatric Nurse - RN - PRN

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 4 days ago

These include behavioral health and 24-hour emergency. These also include heart and vascular and imaging....

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 7 hours ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Mental Health Registered Nurse / Home Health / PRN

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 20 hours ago

Our Company Adoration Home Health and Hospice Overview Adoration Home Health is seeking an experienced Mental Health Registered Nurse - Psych RN to join our amazing team of home health providers!...

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

  • Franklin, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 4 days ago

Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Spring Hill, TN (12 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Spring Hill, TN (12 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 11 days ago

Completion of an accredited Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program, required. At least one year of experience as a PMHNP preferred....

Psych RN - Child/Adolescent - Evenings - VPH

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 16 days ago

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals...

RN - Psychiatry

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 23 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 23 days ago

Entrust Your Career to HealthTrust! At HealthTrust, we believe that healthcare is not defined by the four walls in which it is practiced. Its defined by its people. We pride ourselves on crafting...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Franklin, TN
  • 26 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 26 days ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (APRN) - Full-Time Location: In-Person (Franklin, TN) & Telehealth Synaptic Psych (formerly the NeuroScience & TMS Treatment Centers) is seeking a passionate,...

Psychiatric RN $15,000 Sign on Bonus

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Performs initial nursing evaluation, including behavioral health/psychiatric nursing needs....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Spring Hill, TN (12 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spring Hill, TN (12 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

With SonderMind, you can practice psychiatry the way youve always envisioned while providing high-quality, evidence-based care for improved outcomes with ease....

Registered Nurse - EPS (Day Shift) for C&Y

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Perform psychiatric nursing assessments and medication management for consumers in EPS setting. 2. Interpret and process Providers medication orders for the consumer. 3....

Registered Nurse - EPS (Night Shift) for C&Y

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Perform psychiatric nursing assessments and medication management for consumers in EPS setting. 2. Interpret and process Providers medication orders for the consumer. 3....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Remote)

  • Franklin, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 30+ days ago

We are currently seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner....

Remote Work

Psychiatric RN, Geriatrics - Evenings - VPH

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Franklin, TN

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 Franklin, TN 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 Franklin, TN
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%