Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Pacific, 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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Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 30+ 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

  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 45+ 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...

Travel Behavioral Health RN

  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 45+ 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 13 week travel assignment...

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,169 per week

  • Auburn, WA (3 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • moments ago
  • Auburn, WA (3 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • moments ago

Posted job title: Psychiatric registered nurse Nursing: Psychiatric Nursing. About MedPro Healthcare Staffing No One Cares More for Caregivers Than MedPro....

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $1,914 per week

  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities include delivering psychiatric nursing care in a healthcare facility under a short-term contract....

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,265 per week in Aberdeen, WA

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 23 hours ago

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Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Shift: Scheduled clinical hours only (no call) Description: Start: Nov 1, 2025 End: Feb: 28, 2026 Setting: Inpatient psychiatry ( patients/day) Support: Strong team nursing, social work, and onsite...

Registered Nurse - Mental Health

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Summary The VA Puget Sound Healthcare System is recruiting for one RN to perform duties in the Neuromodulation Clinic at the VA hospital in Seattle, Washington. Help Overview Accepting...

Travel RN - Psychiatric

  • Auburn, WA (3 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, WA (3 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 1 day 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....

Travel Nurse (RN) - Psychiatric (Psych)

  • Auburn, WA (3 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, WA (3 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 1 day ago

7a, 123, 36hrs per week Length : 13 weeks Weekend Rotation: typically every other with Sat-Sun considered weekend for Days and Fri-Sat considered weekend for Nights Requirements: WA License 1 year behavioral...

Behavioral Health RN

  • McChord AFB, WA (14 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • McChord AFB, WA (14 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 2 days ago

. - 1 year of work experience working in behavioral health - Completion of a professional nursing program - BLS Certification - Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN License...

Behavioral Health - Registered Nurse

  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (9 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 2 days ago

(Nursing positions only) Behavioral Health Charge prn required: facility will explain duties - Charge experience not required Guaranteed Hours: 36 Weekend rotation: Every other No block scheduling Minimum...

RN Behavioral Health System Float Pool - PSR

  • Auburn, WA (3 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (3 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 2 days ago

RN Behavioral Health System Float Pool - PSR MultiCare Health System - Auburn, WA Posted: 7/9/2025 - Expires: 10/7/2025 Job ID: 291527103 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share...

RN Psychiatric

  • Fife, WA (5 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fife, WA (5 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Salary: $2328 / Week The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse,requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise.PMH nurses promote well-being through...

RN-Psychiatric-Bellghmam-WA

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Pacific, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Salary: $2566 / Week e Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise. PMH nurses promote well-being through...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Pacific, 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 Pacific, 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 Pacific, 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%