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Psychiatric Nurse
Psychiatric Nurses provide care and consultation to patients suffering from psychiatric and mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, depression or dementia. Psychiatric Nurses generally receive additional training (more than just an BSN / ADN) to learn about psychological therapies and how to deal with challenging behavior.
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Average Annual Salary
$61,000
Educational Requirements
RN license with Associate’s Degree or BSN
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Related Organizations
American Psychiatric Nurses Association
Australian and New Zealand College of Mental Health Nurses
Canadian Federation of Mental Health Nurses
Mental Health Nurses Association (UK)
jollyegirl
almost 2 years ago
12 comments
FYI: You don't have to have a bsn to be part of an internship. There are many hospitals that offer them to adn graduates too! Thanks for this. it was interesting! :)
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over 4 years ago
Holistic nursing is the fastest growing area I've seen in years. Great article!
COLT
over 4 years ago
4 comments
Another great resource is the Aerospace Medical Association (www.asma.org) and the "Flight Nurse Society" ... a constituent organization of the parent AsMA ... initially founded as a USAF Flight Nurse section ... it now reflects an international membership of civilian and military flight nurses.