Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Texas

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.

1-15 of 84 Jobs

Registered Nurse (RN) Psychiatry Full Time

  • Canutillo, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Canutillo, TX
  • 1 day ago

Department/Unit Summary Join our team in a 12-bed Behavioral Health Unit, located on the 5th floor, specializing in adult patients....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric Older Adult Unit

  • Cibolo, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Cibolo, TX
  • 7 days ago

Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation....

Registered Nurse / Behavioral Health, Home Health PRN

  • Weatherford, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Weatherford, TX
  • 8 days ago

Salary: $83,000-$100,000 This position is paid on a per-point basis. The compensation reflected on this posting is an estimate of annual compensation for a full time position. Coverage Area:...

Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 Salary: $82,000-$90,000 Coverage Area: Waco and surrounding areas Shift: Full Time Offer Based on Years of Experience Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Psych. Reimagine...

Registered Nurse Behavioral Health

  • Pasadena, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Registered Nurse RN Behavioral Health you want with your current employer?...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Center Point, TX
  • 5 hours ago
  • Center Point, TX
  • 5 hours ago

Starlite Recovery Center helps individuals struggling with co-occurring disorders build a strong foundation for long-term recovery. Starlite Recovery Center offers help for adults and family...

Registered Nurses - PRN

  • Georgetown, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Georgetown, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Our RN's are responsible for delivering quality general and psychiatric nursing care to patients who are hospitalized for treatment of psychiatric or emotional disorders, supporting the hospital and...

PRN Intake Registered Nurse - 7p-7a

  • Georgetown, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Georgetown, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer....

Mental Health Registered Nurse - PRN

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago

The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling...

: Psychiatry Services and/or Emergency Department....

Local Contract Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $48-49 per hour

  • Kerrville, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Kerrville, TX
  • 3 days ago

Custom Healthcare Solutions is seeking a local contract nurse RN Psychiatric for a local contract nursing job in Kerrville, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline:...

Senior Staff Registered Nurse PRN - Psychiatry (Midtown)

  • Grapeland, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Grapeland, TX
  • 3 days ago

At Houston Methodist, the Sr Staff Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for functioning as an advanced clinician at the Proficient level according to Benner&s model of clinical practice....

RN - Behavioral Health - Adolescent - Nights

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: RN - Behavioral Health - Adolescent - Nights Requisition Number: 41600 Employment Type: Full Time Division: BEHAVIORAL - TSP Compensation Type: Hourly Job Category: Nursing / LVN Hours Worked...

Registered Nurse PRN Nights

  • Lubbock, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 3 days ago

nursing standards....

Registered Nurse

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago

GENERAL SUMMARY The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing services for consumers, assists with laboratory, EKGs, and other medical treatments, psychosocial, makes assignments to LVN and...

Demographic Data for Texas

Moving to Texas? Find some basic demographic data about Texas below.


Local
National
29,144,347
636,376

Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireMentalHealth curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
This study guide contains all topics related to Psychiatric, Behavioral, and Mental Health. Educate Simplify's core product is Continuing Education for Medical and Non-Medical Professionals. Our...
Medicating for Mental Health: Judicious Use of Psychiatric Drugs
Psychiatric medications are widely prescribed to treat psychological disorders. Learn how to effectively use these drugs to improve their ability to help. It is highly likely that you, a member of...
General Psychiatric Management for BPD
This is HMS CME Online course with faculty from McLean Hospital is targeted to Primary Care and Specialty Physicians, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists,...

Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Texas

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 Texas 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 Texas
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%