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

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

  • Portland, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking for licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNP) to join our diverse network of contracted providers....

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Remote Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • ME
  • 10 hours ago
  • ME
  • 10 hours ago

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

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Registered Nurse - Psych RN

  • Augusta, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 1 day ago

Were now seeking Psychiatric Registered Nurses for openings at a behavioral health facility in Augusta, Maine....

RN - Psychiatry

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 3 days ago

RN - Psychiatry Share Apply Now Estimated Gross Weekly Wage $2061 Location Westbrook, ME Shift 07:00-19:30 Start Date 08/04/2025 Assignment Length 12 weeks Job Type Travel Job ID 936853 Share Apply...

Psychiatric registered nurse

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 8 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 8 days ago

MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Psychiatric registered nurse (RN) for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Phys

  • Sanford, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Sanford, ME
  • 9 days ago

meet teamwork, purpose, and growth.We are seeking an overnight Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PPA) to care for adults facing acute psychiatric...

Travel RN - Psychiatric

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 10 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 10 days ago

American Traveler is seeking a Psychiatric RN with at least 2 years of experience for a day shift assignment in an adolescent behavioral health setting....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 14 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 14 days ago

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Jul 02, 2025 Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Behavioral Health Registered Nurse in Westbrook, ME....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Maine

  • Bar Harbor, ME
  • 17 days ago
  • Bar Harbor, ME
  • 17 days ago

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

Registered Nurse(RN) / Travel / Psychiatry

  • Bangor, ME
  • 19 days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 19 days ago

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PMHNP

  • Damariscotta, ME
  • 19 days ago
  • Damariscotta, ME
  • 19 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...

Travel Nurse RN Psych (806953)

  • Bangor, ME
  • 19 days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 19 days ago

Travel Nurse RN - Psych Location: Bangor, ME, United States Start date: 07-21-2025 Assignment length: 12 Weeks weeks Minimum years of experience: 2 - previous travel experience is not required Job...

Northern Light Acadia Hospital in Bangor, Maine is seeking an experienced, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for a per diem opportunity on our Behavioral Health Consultation...

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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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
37.8%
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 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%