Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Des Moines, WA

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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Travel Behavioral Health RN

  • Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Travel Behavioral Health RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Tacoma, WA Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 19 week travel assignment...

Behavioral Health RN

  • Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 19 week travel assignment in Tacoma, WA....

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 8 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...

RN Psychiatric

  • Edmonds, WA (24 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edmonds, WA (24 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 1 day ago

The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse,requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise.PMH nurses promote well-being through prevention and education,...

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health - $2,083 per week

  • Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 2 days ago

TotalMed Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in tacoma, Washington....

RN - Psychiatric in Tacoma, Washington - $2,108/week

  • Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (14 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Vetted is seeking a RN - Psychiatric for a travel job in Tacoma, Washington. The job was posted 2 days ago. The assignment starts on Sep 8 and is 19 weeks long with 12 hour shifts 3 days a week....

Registered Nurse, Psych Emergency Services (Pes, 90% Nights)

  • Seattle, WA (11 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (11 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 2 days ago

$10,000.00 Recruitment Incentive for eligible positions and eligible new employees joining UW Medicine Join Harborview Medical Center's as a Psychiatry Registered Nurse Harborview Medical Center is...

Travel RN - Psychiatric - Seattle, Washington - $2188/week

  • Seattle, WA (11 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (11 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 2 days ago

The role involves providing specialized psychiatric nursing care within a healthcare facility....

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psych (90% Nights,5Wa)

  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 days ago

REGISTERED NURSE, INPATIENT PSYCH (90% NIGHTS,5WA) Req #:247858 Department:HARBORVIEW-INPATIENT PSYCHIATRY Job Location:Harborview Medical Center Posting Date:07/25/2025 Closing Info:Open Until Filled...

Registered Nurse, Psych ICU, (90% Evening, 5Mb)

  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 days ago

REGISTERED NURSE, PSYCH ICU, (90% EVENING, 5MB) Req #:247797 Department:HARBORVIEW-INPATIENT PSYCHIATRY Job Location:Harborview Medical Center Posting Date:07/25/2025 Closing Info:Open Until Filled...

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psych (5Wb, 90% Days)

  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Join Harborview Medical Center's teams of outstanding Psychiatry Registered Nurses....

Registered Nurse, Psych ICU, (60% Nights, 5Mb)

  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 days ago

REGISTERED NURSE, PSYCH ICU, (60% NIGHTS, 5MB) Req #:247854 Department:HARBORVIEW-INPATIENT PSYCHIATRY Job Location:Harborview Medical Center Posting Date:07/25/2025 Closing Info:Open Until Filled Salary...

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psych, (60% Nights)

  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Join Harborview Medical Center's teams of outstanding Psychiatry Registered Nurses....

Travel Nurse RN Psych (817562)

  • Seattle, WA (11 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (11 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Travel Nurse RN - Psych Weekly Gross Pay: $2038.36 - $2238.36 Location: Seattle, WA, United States Start date: 08-25-2025 Assignment length: 20 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 -...

RN-Psych-Kirkland, WA

  • Kirkland, WA (16 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA (16 miles from Des Moines, WA)
  • 7 days ago

e Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise. PMH nurses promote well-being through prevention and education,...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Des Moines, WA

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 Des Moines, WA 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 Des Moines, WA
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%