Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Cape Elizabeth, 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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Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Behavioral Health IC

  • Westbrook, ME (9 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (9 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 2 days ago

The ideal candidate will have 1 year of psychiatric nursing experience, great communication skills and the ability to work with a team of dedicated members....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assist

  • Westbrook, ME (9 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (9 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 3 days ago

MaineHealth Behavioral Health (MHBH), a MaineHealth member, is Northern New England's leading integrated behavioral healthcare system, serving predominantly southern, western, central, and Mid-Coast...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Portland, ME (4 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, ME (4 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 3 days ago

MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Recovery

  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 4 days ago

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

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adolescent Girls Inpatient Psychiatric Unit - New Graduates Welcome

  • Westbrook, ME (9 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (9 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 6 days ago

Spring Harbor Hospital Nursing Req #: 38205 Part Time/Evenings For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with 1-2 years of RN experience...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adolescent Boys Inpatient Psychiatric Unit - New Graduates Welcome

  • Westbrook, ME (9 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (9 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 6 days ago

Spring Harbor Hospital Nursing Req #: 39063 Part Time/Days For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with 1-2 years of RN experience and...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or PA

  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 10 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....

RN Psych/Detox

  • Portland, ME (4 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, ME (4 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 10 days ago

Salary: $1800 / Week The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise. PMH nurses promote well-being through...

Part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - NP

  • Alfred, ME (23 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Alfred, ME (23 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Great outcomes start with great people and Armor has an exciting opportunity for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team at York County Jail in Alfred, ME. Responsibilities...

Outpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Integra

  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 15 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 15 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....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Child Psychiatry Unit

  • Westbrook, ME (9 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 16 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (9 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 16 days ago

Spring Harbor Hospital Nursing Req #: 34144 Part Time/Weekend Nights (24 hours) For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with 0-2...

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Portland, ME (4 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 19 days ago
  • Portland, ME (4 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 19 days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether...

Outpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Integrated

  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 19 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 19 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 Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 21 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (24 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 21 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- Integrated- Pediat

  • Biddeford, ME (14 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 24 days ago
  • Biddeford, ME (14 miles from Cape Elizabeth, ME)
  • 24 days ago

Educating the care team on psychiatric approaches to behavioral health conditions is an exciting part of the role....

Demographic Data for Cape Elizabeth, ME

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Cape Elizabeth, ME

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


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Cape Elizabeth, 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 Cape Elizabeth, 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%