Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Maine

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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Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • ME
  • 90+ days ago
  • ME
  • 90+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • Portland, ME
  • 90+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 90+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

LPNP (Remote)

  • ME
  • 90+ days ago
  • ME
  • 90+ days ago

At this time, Headway cant support mental health professionals that arent fully licensed....

Remote Work

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Behavioral Health IC

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 1 day 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) - Psychiatric Unit (Adult)

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 1 day ago

If you would like to combine your love of traveling with your nursing career, Accountable's Travel Nurse contracts are the way to go. LIVE Life 13 weeks at a time... We can help you achieve your...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Behavioral Health ICU

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 1 day 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 - Part Time Bates College

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

Nurse Practitioner Must possess active Maine licensure: APRN-CP, ANCC Certification-Adult & Family Psychiatry & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, & DEA Certificate Experience 5+ years of experience...

RN Psych/Detox

  • Portland, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 2 days ago

at Amergis in Portland, Maine, United States Job Description Salary: $2258 / Week PMH PMH PMH Minimum Requirements: + Current Registered Nurse Licensure in-state practicing + Current CPR if...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Part Time

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

Nurse Practitioner Must possess active Maine licensure: APRN-CP, ANCC Certification-Adult & Family Psychiatry & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, & DEA Certificate Experience 5+ years of experience...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Integrated- Primar

  • Sanford, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Sanford, ME
  • 2 days ago

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Integrated- Primar at MaineHealth in Sanford, Maine, United States Job Description Description Great things happen for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners like...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Lewiston, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 5 days ago

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient

  • Sanford, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Sanford, ME
  • 5 days ago

This fully integrated and growing system of behavioral healthcare makes it a regional and national model for treating people with serious mental health issues....

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) degree program....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Director

  • Portland, ME
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 10 days ago

Board Certification in psychiatric nursing through the American Nurses Credentialing Center required....

Demographic Data for Maine

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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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General Psychiatric Management for BPD
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Maine

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 Maine offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychiatric Rns in Maine
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%