Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Bristol, ME

A Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) plays an important role in the mental health industry by providing specialized care to patients with mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression among others. They are responsible for assessing and diagnosing the mental condition of a patient, administering medication and treatments, and developing and implementing patient care plans. Their role also involves providing psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and teaching patients' families about their loved ones' condition and how to create a supportive home environment.

Before becoming a Psychiatric RN, individuals often have experience in roles such as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Certified Nursing Assistant. To become a Psychiatric RN, one must complete a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) and pass the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain a Registered Nurse (RN) license. Additional specialized training or certification in psychiatric-mental health nursing is highly recommended. Important skills required for this role include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, resilience, the ability to work under pressure, and a thorough understanding of mental health laws and ethics.

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PMHNP

  • Damariscotta, ME (5 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Damariscotta, ME (5 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 6 days ago

Lincoln Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital and proud member of MaineHealth, is seeking a part-time (0.5 FTE) Integrated Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner (NP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Recovery

  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Experience: One year of psychiatric nursing required....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or PA

  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 13 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 13 days ago

Mid Coast Hospital has an opening for a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide psychiatric care as part of our consult-liaison service....

Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Health Unit

  • Rockport, ME (23 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 17 days ago
  • Rockport, ME (23 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 17 days ago

Pen Bay Hospital Nursing Req #: 38004 Per Diem* Summary: The Registered Nurse - Acute Care role provides high quality patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of...

Outpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Integra

  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 19 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 19 days ago

Topsham, is seeking a part-time (one day per week per location) Integrated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), in the Primary Care Outpatient Practices....

Outpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Integrated

  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 23 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 23 days ago

in Brunswick, Bath, and Topsham, is seeking a part-time (one day per week per location) Integrated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), in the Primary Care Outpatient Practices....

Outpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Integrated

  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 24 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 24 days ago

MaineHealth Behavioral Health (MHBH) MidCoast in Brunswick, Bath, and Topsham, is seeking a part-time (one day per week per location) Integrated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP),...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 28 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 28 days ago

With SonderMind, you can practice psychiatry the way youve always envisioned while providing high-quality, evidence-based care for improved outcomes with ease....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHN

  • Damariscotta, ME (5 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Damariscotta, ME (5 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

Nurse Practitioner (NP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), in the Primary Care Outpatient Practice....

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Damariscotta, ME (5 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Damariscotta, ME (5 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

Lincoln Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital and proud member of MaineHealth, is seeking a part-time (0.5 FTE) Integrated Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner (NP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Gardiner, ME (22 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gardiner, ME (22 miles from Bristol, ME)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description: MaineGeneral is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to work at Gardiner Family Medicine....

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Bristol, ME

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Bristol, ME offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatric Rns in Bristol, ME
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%