Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 25 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 25 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 Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 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 Nurse Practitioner

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 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 Registered Nurse RN

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 17 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 17 days ago

Responsibilities Provide direct patient care to behavioral health patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the facility....

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 30+ days ago

Details Department: Behavioral Health Schedule: Full Time Night Shift - 36 hours per week. Three 12 hour shifts per week from 7:30PM to 7:00AM....

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 60+ days ago

Details Department: Behavioral Health Schedule: Full Time Day - 36 hours per week. Three 12 hour shifts per week. This will include rotating every other weekend and holiday....

Travel RN - Psychiatric

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 hours 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....

Clinic RN - Behavioral Medicine

  • Waukesha, WI (19 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (19 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Triage RN Hybrid Remote Pool/As Needed - Behavioral Medicine - Days Could be a combination of in clinic and/or remote work but primarily in clinic at this time. No weekends or holidays! Pool or as...

Travel Nurse RN-Behavioral Health

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Provide direct patient care to behavioral health patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the facility....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 7 days ago

We are looking for licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNP) to join our diverse network of contracted providers....

Remote Work

Health Advocates Network - Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin....

Purpose of the Position: Responsible for the delivery of direct patient care using the nursing process and as defined by the healthcare facility in their unit specific job description....

RN - Behavioral Health

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 12 days ago

Benefits We Offer: + Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans + Competitive pay rates + Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! + Travel...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Mental Health Inpatient - 3C

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago

Summary This position is located at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin ( ). Milwaukee is located in southeastern Wisconsin, about 90 minutes from Chicago, IL and...

RN Psychiatric

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 17 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 17 days ago

Salary: $2046 / Week The 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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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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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
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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 Milwaukee, WI offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
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 Milwaukee, WI
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%