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Psychiatric Nurse
Psychiatric Nurse
Psychiatric nurses provide critical care to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, offering support, education, and treatment. They work collaboratively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans, focusing on recovery and well-being. As patient advocates, psychiatric nurses play a vital role in navigating the mental health system and ensuring access to necessary resources.
Salary Range
with 5 years of experience
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$80K - $110K
per year
Benefits and Perks
Explore the typical benefits you might find in this field
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Health Insurance
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Payroll Giving
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Professional Development
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Care and Appreciation
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Counselling Services
Length of Training
How many years of training are required to be a Psychiatric Nurse?
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4
years of training
What's it like to be a Psychiatric Nurse?
As a Psychiatric Nurse, your days will be filled with collaborating with patients, families, and other medical professionals to develop and implement individualised treatment plans. You'll assess patients' mental health needs, provide individual and group therapy, administer medication, and educate patients and their families about mental illness and coping strategies. Expect to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, community mental health centres, and private practices.
Key Aspects of the Job
- Working with various tools and technologies relevant to the field, such as electronic health records, telepsychiatry platforms, and mental health assessment tools.
- Collaboration and communication with team members and stakeholders, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and case managers.
How to enter the job?
To become a Psychiatric Nurse in New Zealand, you will typically need to complete a Bachelor of Nursing (BN) degree with a specialisation in mental health or a Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing. Some universities offer these specialisations as part of their undergraduate nursing programs, while others offer them as postgraduate qualifications.
Educational Requirements
- Completion of a Bachelor of Nursing (BN) degree with a specialisation in mental health or a Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing.
- Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) as a Registered Nurse (RN).
Task & Duties
Your daily tasks and responsibilities as a Psychiatric Nurse will vary depending on the specific setting you work in and the needs of your patients. However, some common duties include:
Primary Duties
- Conducting comprehensive assessments of patients' mental health needs.
- Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
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