Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Rockwall, 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)

  • Dallas, TX (22 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (22 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 4 days 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...

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Dallas, TX (22 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (22 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 14 days 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...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Resource - $23+ per hour. Job in Plano Gr8Jobs

  • Plano, TX (22 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Plano, TX (22 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

Summary: Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary Psychiatry Consult team....

Psychiatric registered nurse

  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 1 day ago

MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Psychiatric registered nurse (RN) for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psychiatry Emergency Unit - PRN Days

  • Dallas, TX (22 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (22 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Registered Nurse (RN) Psychiatry Services and/or Emergency Department experience in a high-acuity hospital environment is highly preferred....

Travel Psychiatric Behavioral Health Registered Nurse - $2,022 per week

  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 2 days ago

LifePoint is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in McKinney, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN Duration: 13 weeks...

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $1,870 per week

  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Travel Nurses, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in McKinney, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Duration: 13 weeks 36...

Travel RN - Psychiatric

  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Candidates for psychiatric nursing jobs must possess a positive attitude and a deep understanding of patients with mental illness, as well as basic life support and crisis intervention skills....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 3 days ago

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Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - Paying up to $1,984/week

  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Vivian is looking for Travel Psychiatric RNs in McKinney, Texas paying up to $1,984/week At Vivian, we ensure your next step is a step forward. That's why we built a jobs marketplace that serves...

RN - Psychiatric in Mckinney, Texas - $1,927/week

  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Vetted is seeking a RN - Psychiatric for a travel job in Mckinney, Texas. The job was posted 1 day ago. The assignment starts on Jun 16 and is 13 weeks long with 12 hour shifts 3 days a week.You...

Travel Psychiatric Behavioral Health Registered Nurse - $1,754 per week

  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Nationwide Therapy Group is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in McKinney, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN...

Travel Psychiatric Registered Nurse - $1,989 per week

  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 5 days ago

IDR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in McKinney, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN Start Date:...

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $1,974 per week

  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (23 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Vibra Travels is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Mckinney, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Behavioral Health Discipline: RN Duration: 13...

Nurse Navigator (RN) - Addictions Clinic/Jail Release Program - Behavioral Health - Full Time

  • Dallas, TX (22 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (22 miles from Rockwall, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Date: May 30, 2025 Location: Dallas, TX, US Category: Nursing Jobs Job Type: Not Applicable Schedule Type: Full-Time Requisition ID: 979903 Interested in a career with both meaning and growth?...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Rockwall, 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 Rockwall, TX offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.8%
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 Rockwall, 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%