Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Sumner, 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 Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Travel Behavioral Health RN

  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Certifications (AHA/ARC) CPI Certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: Behavioral Health nurses assess, diagnose, and address the mental health needs...

RN - Adult Psych

  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 1 day ago

RN - Adult Psych MultiCare Health System - Auburn, WA Posted: 7/14/2025 - Expires: 10/12/2025 Job ID: 291652197 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description You...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner / NP / Part Time

  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 1 day ago

In North Carolina and Pennsylvania, we also provide behavioral health services to support people with mental health and substance use needs and provide services for those who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing...

Travel RN - Psychiatric

  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Job ID: P-579806 Responsibilities Psychiatric nursing jobs are predominantly in psych units of hospitals, in mental health or substance abuse clinics, through home health agencies, or in long-term psychiatric...

Behavioral Health RN

  • McChord AFB, WA (12 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • McChord AFB, WA (12 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 5 days ago

You will identify mental health and nursing diagnoses, plan patient education, and coordinate discharge planning....

Behavioral Health - Registered Nurse

  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 5 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 (7 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 5 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 (6 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fife, WA (6 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 5 days ago

and education, in addition tothe assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance usedisorders....

Adolescent Psych RN

  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Salary: $2280 / Week The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise....

RN - Behavioral Health

  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (7 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 6 days ago

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers,...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - PMHNP

  • Des Moines, WA (17 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (17 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 6 days ago

This is an onsite psychiatry position and is not open to primary care providers. Qualifications & Requirements Education Graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner program....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Washington) Becoming a SonderMind psychiatric provider means joining a community of mental health professionals who are committed to making a difference in...

Behavioral Health RN

  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Certifications (AHA/ARC) CPI Certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: Behavioral Health nurses assess, diagnose, and address the mental health needs...

RN Psych/Behavioral Health

  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (10 miles from Sumner, WA)
  • 20 days ago

GetMed Staffing is searching for a strong Psych/Behavioral Health RN to assist our traveler-friendly client. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience is required....

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