Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Colchester, 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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Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Rocky Hill, CT (18 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT (18 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 10 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...

Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) - Psychiatric ED

  • Plainfield, CT (24 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Plainfield, CT (24 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 10 hours ago

Works closely with the emergency department and Inpatient behavioral health staff....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care Detox

  • Killingworth, CT (17 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Killingworth, CT (17 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 4 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

  • Colchester, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Colchester, CT
  • 4 days ago

Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health Paid time off and health insurance packages Discounts...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 4 days ago

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

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - PHP.IOP - Quinebaug Treatment Center- Dayville, CT

  • Jewett City, CT (20 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Jewett City, CT (20 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 13 days ago

health system in New England, has a rewarding opportunity available for an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PHMNP) to provide outpatient PHP and IOP services for adults and...

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

  • Lebanon, CT (7 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Lebanon, CT (7 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 29 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

  • Rocky Hill, CT (18 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT (18 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 30+ 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 Adult

  • Chaplin, CT (20 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chaplin, CT (20 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Offers a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical...

Travel Behavioral Health RN

  • Mansfield Center, CT (20 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mansfield Center, CT (20 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Certifications (AHA/ARC) CPI Certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: Behavioral Health nurses assess, diagnose, and address the mental health needs...

RN Behavioral Health Nurse (NIGHT SHIFT)

  • Wallingford, CT (24 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (24 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 15 days ago

RN Behavioral Health Nurse (NIGHT SHIFT) Masonicare Health Center - Behavioral Health Hospital - Wallingford, CT Night Shift / 32hrs/wk / EOW **This is a 50 bed Behavioral Health Hospital** The Behavioral...

RN Behavioral Health Nurse (EVENING SHIFT)

  • Wallingford, CT (24 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (24 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Inpatient Psych RN (2nd Shift, 32 hours)

  • Norwich, CT (13 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (13 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Salary: $2004 / Week The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH) Registered Nurse, requires a wide range of nursing, psychosocial, and neurobiological expertise....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Older Adult Inpatient

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 4 days ago

The Institute of Living, one of the first mental health centers in the U.S., remains one of Americas leading not-for-profit centers for patient care, research and education in the fields of behavioral...

Behavioral Health RN

  • Norwich, CT (13 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (13 miles from Colchester, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Certifications (AHA/ARC) CPI Certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: Behavioral Health nurses assess, diagnose, and address the mental health needs...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Colchester, 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 Colchester, CT 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 Colchester, 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%