Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Lewiston, 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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Travel Adolescent Behavioral Health RN - $2,284 per week

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 2 days ago

Travel Adolescent Behavioral Health RN - $2,284 per week at PRIDE Health summary:A Travel Adolescent Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized psychiatric nursing care to adolescent...

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric - $2,309 per week

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 4 days ago

health unit....

Registered Nurse(RN) / Travel / Psychiatry

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 9 days ago

Nurse (Psychiatry) experience for a 12 week contract in the Lewiston ME area....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 9 days ago

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Travel Nurse RN Psych (827571)

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 12 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 12 days ago

Travel Nurse RN - Psych Weekly Gross Pay: $1991 - $2191 Location: Lewiston, ME, United States Start date: 09-02-2025 Assignment length: 13 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous...

Travel Nurse - Psychiatry RN $2160/wk

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 13 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 13 days ago

Take the next step in your healthcare career and join Nomad Health as a Psychiatry travel nurse....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Norway, ME (24 miles from Lewiston, ME)
  • 19 days ago
  • Norway, ME (24 miles from Lewiston, ME)
  • 19 days ago

Becoming a SonderMind psychiatric provider means joining a community of mental health professionals who are committed to making a difference in peoples lives through personalized, evidence-based psychiatric...

Outpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Integrated

  • Brunswick, ME (16 miles from Lewiston, ME)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (16 miles from Lewiston, ME)
  • 60+ 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),...

Travel Registered Nurse Psych

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 90+ days ago

health laws, and ethical nursing practices Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in applicable state(s) Minimum 1 year of experience in a psychiatric, behavioral health, or mental health...

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Gardiner, ME (19 miles from Lewiston, ME)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gardiner, ME (19 miles from Lewiston, ME)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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Special Topics: Genetics, Neurobiology, and Pathophysiology of Psychiatric Disorders
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Lewiston, 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 Lewiston, ME offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.6%
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 Lewiston, 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%