Psychiatric Nurse Jobs

Responsibilities This is a WOW (Work on Weekends) position. Schedules for WOW employees include working every Saturday & Sunday. Employees in designated WOW positions earn premium pay in addition to their comp...
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Summary The Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health renders professional nursing care to patients in their home by assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating home nursing care needs of assigned patients....
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Specialty : Travel RN-Psychiatric Job Description Psychiatric unit nurses are usually assigned a caseload of patients and provide direct care to their patients, which includes facilitating social and emotional need...
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Job Description Seeking full-time or part-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners or PA in the Cleveland, Ohio and the surrounding Area to provide rapid growth and quickly expanding psychiatric service obli...
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Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a RN Student Nurse Extern PRN Behavioral Health Unit you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Terre...
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Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a community that’s changing mental healthcare for the better. We have been certified as a Great Place to Work by our own employees for 7 years and running. Looking fo...
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Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (BHRN)Angels Care Home Health Why choose Angels Care Home Health?Angels Care Home Health is different. Our nurses are not just another ‘employee number’ to us. We strive to be an indus...
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Overview NaphCare is hiring a strong  Psychologist just like you to join our team at the Arizona State Prison Complex - Tucson Facility  located in Tucson, AZ. Full Time, Part Time, PRN shifts, and 8-13 week tempor...
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Number of Job Openings Available: 1 Date Posted: January 16, 2025 Department: 62884315 AHG Psychiatry Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week:...
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Are you looking to utilize your nursing degree in the psychology field? Are you interested in making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities? If so, consider joining our Devereu...
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Job description Cordial Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team. We are a leading healthcare organization providing comprehensive mental health s...
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Location: Commerce Place Work Days: M-F 8-430 Category: Nursing and Nursing Leadership Department: Nursing Education Job Type: Full time Work Shift: Day Hours/Week: 36.00 Union Name: MNA Cambridge The...
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Are you looking for an RN position that truly makes a difference in the lives of children and adolescents? How about working in a non-traditional hospital setting that puts more focus on patient care? Come see the De...
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Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Cordial Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our outpatient psychiatric clinic. We are a leading healthcare organization...
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  Part-time RN  * $3,000 Hiring Bonus! * 2nd Shift: 3p-11:30p (3-8hr shifts/week) * NEW GRADS WELCOME * Shift Differentials, 401k, & PTO! About Haven Behavioral Hospital of Eastern PA Haven Beha...
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Details Department:  Chemical Dependency  Schedule: Full-Time, Nights Hospital: Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital Location:  Hoffman Estates Sign-On Bonus: Up to $12,500.00 Salary:...
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Job Description Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office buildi...
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Job Summary: Provides psychiatric consultation and liaison services to hospital, emergency department and Brookside Center residential facility. Essential Responsibilities: Provide direct clinical care t...
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Do you want to feel appreciated in your role helping children and adolescents? Are you seeking a role working with children in a school setting 1:1? Are you looking for a Full Time position Monday-Friday offering consist...
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Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Registered Nurse RN Behavioral Health you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Houston Healthc...
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Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delive...
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The Broadlawns Medical Center campus includes an acute care hospital, primary and specialty care clinics, urgent care and emergency services, lab, radiology, dentistry, inpatient and outpatient mental health, crisis t...
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El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward.  We are proud of our reputation in the community: One built on compassi...
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_Englewood Health, a leading healthcare system comprising Englewood Hospital and the Englewood Health Physician Network, is committed to delivering exceptional patient care across northern New Jersey. We are dedicated to...
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Overview PER DIEM *INPATIENT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!* Hourly: Paid Per Visit Coverage Area: San Marcos and surrounding areas Shift: Per Diem Offer Based on Years of Experience Find Your...
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$6,000 start up bonus! Cost Center Older Adult Scheduled Weekly Hours 24 Work Shift Third Shift (United States of America) Shift & Status 12 Hour Night shift (7pm-7am) Every other...
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Overview This position is Sign-On Bonus eligible. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages and paid time off. Job Summary The RN Clinical Nur...
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Are you interested in making a positive difference in the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities? If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team! Being an...
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POSITION SUMMARY: Boston Medical Center is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse for its 82-bed, behavioral health hospital, located in Brockton, MA. Brockton hospital operates as a behavioral health accountable care organizat...
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Job Description Seeking full-time or part-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners or a Physician Assistant in the Toledo, Ohio area to provide rapid growth and quickly expanding psychiatric service obliga...
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As a psychiatric nurse, you’re likely plenty familiar with the prevalence of mental health issues in this country:

  • More than 1 in 5 adults have some type of mental illness.
  • More than 1 in 5 youth (ages 13 through 18) currently have or have had a seriously debilitating mental illness.
  • Around 1 in 25 adults has a serious mental illness.

If you’re looking for psych nurse jobs, there are opportunities for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPNs/LVNs), and certified nursing assistants (CNAs). Start searching IntelyCare today for full-time, part-time, contract, temporary, or per diem openings.

Psych Nurse Education and Skills

The path to become a psychiatric nurse starts with completing either an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or a bachelor’s of science in nursing (BSN) from an approved program. An ADN takes around two years to complete, and a BSN takes around four years. You’ll then need to pass the NCLEX-RN exam and apply for your RN license. If you want to become a psychiatric nurse practitioner, you’ll have to complete further educational and licensing requirements. However, you can begin work sooner as a CNA or LPN/LVN.

After you have two years of experience under your belt, consider earning Psychiatric Mental Health (PMH) certification to demonstrate your competency in this specialty area.

Aside from clinical training, having a compassionate and caring nature is crucial when working with patients who have behavioral health issues. For more insight into what an employer might be seeking in a candidate, check out this sample psychiatric nurse job template.

Resume and Cover Letter for Psych Nursing Jobs

To stay one step ahead of the competition, make sure to customize your psych nurse resume to the job postings to which you plan on applying. For instance, if the posting says the ideal candidate “takes a caring and holistic approach to reach positive patient outcomes,” include that phrase in your resume.

In your cover letter, provide specific examples of how you cared for patients and focused not only on their physical ailments but also on their emotional and mental well-being. Doing this shows the employer that your skills are aligned with the demands of the role.

Interviewing for Psychiatric Nurse Jobs

It’s important to make a great first impression when you interview for psychiatric nursing jobs. A poised and professional demeanor is a must. To help calm any nerves you might have, take the time to review our top nursing interview questions and answers so you can feel prepared.

Psych Nurse Salary

The average psychiatric nurse salary is around $83,900 per year. Your location, years of experience, facility type, and employer can affect what you earn. For a better indication of how much you could make in your area, explore the current openings on IntelyCare.

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