Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Avon, CT

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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Addiction Medicine Registered Nurse (RN) - The Ridge Recovery Center

  • Hebron, CT (24 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hebron, CT (24 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 9 hours ago

We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych Mental Health

  • Middletown, CT (19 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (19 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 3 days ago

We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych Mental Health Acute

  • Bristol, CT (8 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bristol, CT (8 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 8 days ago

We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Psych

  • Winchester Center, CT (16 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winchester Center, CT (16 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Location Detail: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115) Work where every momen t matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

  • Marlborough, CT (23 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Marlborough, CT (23 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Backus Hospital is part of Hartford HealthCare, a system that includes 7 acute care hospitals, a comprehensive Behavioral Health Network, Home Care services, Senior Services, and an extensive Medical...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Psych

  • Naugatuck, CT (23 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Naugatuck, CT (23 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Location Detail: St Vincents Medical Center (10427) Shift Detail: two 12 hour night shifts per week every other weekend every other holiday Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than...

RN Behavioral Health Nurse (EVENING SHIFT)

  • Wallingford, CT (23 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wallingford, CT (23 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 1 day ago

RN Behavioral Health Nurse (EVENING SHIFT) Masonicare Behavioral Health Hospital - Wallingford, CT Evening Shift/32hrs/wk/EOW *This role will work on a 50 bed Behavioral Health Hospital Unit* The Behavioral...

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Job in Waterbury Gr8Jobs

  • Waterbury, CT (19 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waterbury, CT (19 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Certification: Board Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)....

Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Job in Hartford Gr8Jobs

  • Hartford, CT (9 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (9 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Great group is seeking a Psych NP to join their team in Hartford, CT.Full-time, Monday - Friday (open to 4 - 10's)100% outpatient Will see all agesTypically see approximately 16 ppdOpen to new...

Behavioral Health RN Clinical Team Manager

  • Windsor, CT (11 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (11 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Key Responsibilities As a Behavioral Health Clinical Team Manager, you will: Plan, direct, and oversee the delivery of home health services for behavioral health patients....

LPN Behavioral Health Nurse (EVENING SHIFT). Job in Wallingford Gr8Jobs

  • Wallingford, CT (23 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (23 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 10 days ago

LPN Behavioral Health Nurse (EVENING SHIFT) Masonicare Behavioral Health Hospital - Wallingford, CT Evening Shift / 24hrs/wk / EOW This role will work on a 50 bed Behavioral Health Hospital Unit The...

Clinical Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Lead - SNF

  • Wallingford, CT (23 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (23 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Clinical Lead- Psych* *Impact Health Psych is an affiliate of Impact Health PC, an independent Nurse Practitioner Group that provides contracted support to skilled nursing facilities and assisted...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Middletown, CT (19 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (19 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 11 days ago

We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs...

RN Behavioral Health Clinical Team Manager

  • Bloomfield, CT (7 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Bloomfield, CT (7 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 15 days ago

Behavioral Health Clinical Team Manager - Elara Caring At Elara Caring, we're not just delivering care-we're transforming it....

RN Psychiatric

  • Middletown, CT (19 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 24 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (19 miles from Avon, CT)
  • 24 days ago

Salary: $2400 / Week The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise. PMH nurses promote well-being through...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Avon, CT

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 Avon, CT offer the following education background
Master's Degree
37.7%
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 Avon, CT
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%