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Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurses

Registered Nurse Healthcare Taxonomy Code 163WP0808X

HealthProviders DB is a comprehensive database of healthcare providers, including a complete directory of all Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurses.

As of today, the following are the total number of Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurses nationally, in your state, and near your location.

Medicare

The following are the total number of Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurses who accept Medicare in your state, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.

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Select the State name above or from the HealthProviders DB App filter panel to show the list of Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurses by State. In addition, you can also narrow the list by City and more from the filter panel.

You can download the Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurses dataset using HealthProviders DB Export.

What do Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurses do?

Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurses care for patients with mental illnesses or distress by providing direct care, administering medication, offering therapy and counseling, and educating patients and families. 

They assess mental health needs, develop nursing care plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to manage conditions, promote wellness, and support recovery in various settings, including hospitals and clinics.  

What they do

Assessment and Diagnosis: They assess patients’ mental and behavioral health, identify needs, and help monitor symptoms. 

Treatment Planning: Nurses develop and implement treatment plans with evidence-based interventions to help patients achieve their recovery goals. 

Medication Management: A core function includes administering psychiatric medications and monitoring their effectiveness. 

Therapeutic Interventions: They provide counseling and lead therapy groups, focusing on building therapeutic relationships with patients. 

Crisis Intervention: Nurses offer support and immediate intervention during crises to stabilize patients. 

Patient and Family Education: They educate patients and their families about mental health conditions and strategies for managing them. 

Advocacy: These nurses advocate for the rights of people with mental health issues. 

Collaboration: They work as key members of interdisciplinary teams, collaborating with other healthcare professionals. 

Key Skills

Interpersonal Skills: To work effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team. 

Specialized Knowledge: Expertise in mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and related treatments. 

Therapeutic Communication: The ability to build rapport and provide support through therapy and counseling. 

Critical Thinking: Essential for assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and managing complex situations. 

Environment

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurses work in various environments, including: Psychiatric hospitals, Mental health clinics, Community health centers, Long-term care facilities, and Private practices.