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Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Recovery

MaineHealth

Brunswick, Maine

$37.09–$50.17/hr

About $77k–$104k/yr

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Brunswick, Maine · RN · Psych · clinic

RNBehavioral HealthPsychiatric

Posted Jul 29, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 30, 2026

What this might mean for you

MaineHealth is hiring for its own floors — no agency between you and the manager. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $77k–$104k a year.

About this role

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The Registered Nurse - Recovery - Behavioral Health role works with individuals, families, groups, and communities assessing mental health needs, developing a comprehensive plan of care, assisting in the implementation of the treatment plan, and evaluating the response to care. This newly created Ambulatory Psych nurse will support the Brunswick, Maine clinic in order to provide crisis triage, referral triage, medication administration and AAWM.

Skills for this role

Medication AdministrationTriage

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred
Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required
Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date
One year of psychiatric nursing required

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Flexible work options
Student loan assistance
Professional development opportunities
Well-being resources
Recognition programs
Career growth opportunities
Shift differentials

About the employer

MaineHealth

Hospital

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit, integrated health system serving approximately 1.1 million residents across Maine and New Hampshire. The system includes a Level 1 trauma medical center, eight additional licensed hospitals, comprehensive pediatric care services, an extensive behavioral health care network,…

2.5 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

Sign-on bonuses of up to $20,000 for experienced RNs and $10,000 for RNs with 1-2 years of experience
Strong focus on continuing education, training, and career growth
Leapfrog Group recognition for patient safety across multiple system hospitals

What reviewers flag

Sign-on bonuses are not available to current MaineHealth employees or former employees within 6 months of separation, limiting internal retention incentives
Some available positions require night shift schedules
Specific review content from Glassdoor and Indeed was not accessible in the provided research, limiting insight into employee-reported challenges

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Living in Brunswick, ME

Brunswick is a classic New England college town on the Androscoggin River, home to Bowdoin College and a walkable downtown full of local shops and eateries. Coastal Maine's beaches and lighthouses are a short drive away, making it appealing for nurses who want small-town charm with easy access to Portland and the shoreline.