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.

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Registered Nurse (RN) Psychiatry Full Time

  • Canutillo, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Canutillo, TX
  • 45+ days ago

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

Charge Nurse (RN) - Psychiatry

  • Anthony, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Anthony, TX
  • 3 days 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, Behavioral Health

  • Conroe, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Conroe, TX
  • 13 days ago

Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health Job Type: Full-time - Nights (12 hour shifts) Your experience matters At Woodland Springs, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric Decision Unit

  • Cibolo, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Cibolo, TX
  • 11 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

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 13 days ago

Wellbridge Healthcare Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health Job Type: Full-time- Days and rotating weekends Your experience matters At Wellbridge Healthcare, Behavioral Health Hospital, we are driven...

PRN House Supervisor, Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health

  • Carrollton, TX
  • 18 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX
  • 18 days ago

Carrollton Springs Behavioral Health Hospital House Supervisor, Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health Job Type - Full-time Carrolton Springs is a behavioral health hospital located in Fort Worth,...

House Supervisor, Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health

  • McKinney, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 26 days ago

Collin Springs Behavioral Health Hospital House Supervisor, Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health Job Type - Full-time- Nights Collin Springs is a behavioral health hospital located in McKinney, Texas...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Carrollton, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Carrollton, TX
  • 4 hours ago

About BlueSky: We are a clinician-led, patient-centered, collaborative behavioral health company of mental health professionals committed to improving access to extremely high-quality mental health...

Duty Location: FMC Carswell, TX Duties Help Responsible for meeting the mental/behavioral health needs of the inmates assigned to their caseload....

Registered Nurse PRN Nights

  • Waco, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Waco, TX
  • 1 day ago

\n\t Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and responsibility for decision making, quality nursing care, and knowledge base of psychiatric nursing care....

Registered Nurse RN Nights

  • Longview, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Longview, TX
  • 1 day ago

\n\t Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and responsibility for decision making, quality nursing care, and knowledge base of psychiatric nursing care....

Registered Nurse Full Time Nights

  • Midland, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Midland, TX
  • 1 day ago

\n\t Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and responsibility for decision making, quality nursing care, and knowledge base of psychiatric nursing care....

Advance Practice Nurse - Psychiatric (Psychiatric Mid-Level Practitioner)

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

Duty Locion: FMC Carswell, TX Duties Help Responsible for meeting the mental/behavioral health needs of the inmes assigned to their caseload....

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health (FT - Night Shift)

  • Arlington, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 2 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...

health Veterans - and may work or be assigned in specialty service teams such as New Patient Access Team (NPAT) - Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) - Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary...

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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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
32.6%
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 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%