Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Kennebunkport, 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 (20 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, 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....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Behavioral Health Un

  • Sanford, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sanford, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Behavioral Health Un at MaineHealth in Sanford, Maine, United States Job Description Description Maine Medical Center Nursing Req #: 37189 Part Time/Nights For a limited...

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Ogunquit, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ogunquit, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 3 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...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assist

  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, 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 (20 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, 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...

Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Ogunquit, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ogunquit, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 3 days ago

Thriveworks is currently seeking Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Maine....

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Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Ogunquit, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ogunquit, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 3 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...

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

  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, 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 (20 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, 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...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Behavioral Health Unit - New Graduates Welcome

  • Sanford, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sanford, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 6 days ago

Maine Medical Center Nursing Req #: 37189 Part Time/Nights For a limited time MaineHealth is offering a $10,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible Registered Nurses with 0-3 years of RN experience and...

RN Psych/Detox

  • Portland, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, 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 (10 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Alfred, ME (10 miles from Kennebunkport, 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...

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,005 per week

  • Sanford, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sanford, ME (12 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 11 days ago

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Sanford, Maine. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start Date:...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Child Psychiatry Unit

  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 16 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, 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 (20 miles from Kennebunkport, ME)
  • 19 days ago
  • Portland, ME (20 miles from Kennebunkport, 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...

Demographic Data for Kennebunkport, ME

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Kennebunkport, ME

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


Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Kennebunkport, 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 Kennebunkport, 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%