Psychiatric NursePsychiatric nurse cares for people of all ages with mental illness or mental distress, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, depression or dementia. The psychiatric nurse should be able to devise nursing plans, administer medications and provide direct nursing care. The nurse must be caring, compassionate and interested in helping patients with mental disorders or problems. The job description of a psychiatric nurse includes performing crisis intervention in cases such as suicide attempts and outbreaks of violent behavior.
Psychiatric nurse works in psychiatric hospitals, mental health centers, community mental health programs, health maintenance organizations, and clinics. Psychiatric nurses with doctoral degrees may choose to teach, conduct research, or serve as administrators in hospitals, schools, and various agencies. These nurses evaluate patient needs and develop nursing plans of treatment. They assist patients with daily living tasks as needed, and help them regain or improve their abilities.
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