Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Cypress, TX

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 Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 17 days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 25 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 25 days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Registered Nurse - Domiciliary Mental Health

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

Tommi Harlow Phone ... Email ... Address Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center 2002 Holcombe Boulevard Houston, TX 77030 US Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a...

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 4 days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Current licensure as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - The ability to use CIWA, COWS and ASAM 3.7 assessment protocols - Experience with co-occurring mental...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Outpatient

  • The Woodlands, TX (17 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • The Woodlands, TX (17 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 5 days ago

PMHNP: Unrestricted License with a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification (PMHNP-BC) in the State of Delivering Care with Active DEA PA: Unrestricted License (CAQ Certified) in...

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell...

Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN) Day Shift

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Psychiatric nursing experience is preferred. CPR and HWC Crisis Intervention training must be completed prior to beginning work....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Remote Work

Social Worker PRN - Psych - Transition of Care

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Assists with screening, identification, diagnosis, management and treatment of victims of abuse, neglect, and domestic violence and of mental health and/or substance abuse problems in patients and family...

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Practice Plan at Acres Home Health Center

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Certification/Skills: Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse Current Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP, and specialty certification (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification...

Registered Nurse (RN) II, Full-Time (Nights) - NEURO ICU

  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Houston, TX (24 miles from Cypress, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

At Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN) II position a licensed staff nurse, an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Cypress, TX

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 Cypress, TX 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 Cypress, TX
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%