Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Danbury, 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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Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 16 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 16 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Bridgeport, CT (20 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (20 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 25 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adolescent Psych

  • Danbury, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Provides direct patient care to behavioral health patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the facility....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Psych

  • Fairfield, CT (17 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (17 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary: Provides direct patient care to behavioral health patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the facility....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Psych

  • Naugatuck, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Naugatuck, CT (22 miles from Danbury, 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...

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

  • Bridgeport, CT (20 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (20 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 18 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Per Diem

  • Westport, CT (17 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Westport, CT (17 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 3 hours ago

There are no limits to what you can achieve when you join the Behavioral Health Network at Hartford HealthCare....

Outpatient Psychiatry Registered Nurse - per diem

  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 10 hours ago

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered,...

Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), Central New York Psychiatric Center Green Haven Satellite Unit, P26262

  • Stormville, NY (17 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stormville, NY (17 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 2 days ago

NY HELP Yes Agency Mental Health, Office of Title Registered Nurse 1 Psychiatric (NY HELPS), Central New York Psychiatric Center Green Haven Satellite Unit, P26262 Occupational Category Health...

Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

  • Bedford Hills, NY (15 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bedford Hills, NY (15 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Travel Behavioral Health Registered Nurse job in Bedford Hills, New York paying $2,829.00 to $2,990.20 weekly....

Registered Nurse - Psych Unit, FT Days

  • Carmel, NY (13 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carmel, NY (13 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess...

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (22 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 3 days ago

" Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $89-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner? Whether you...

Travel Behavioral Health RN job in Bedford Hills, NY - Make $2829 to $2990/week

  • Bedford Hills, NY (15 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bedford Hills, NY (15 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: Behavioral Health Registered Nurse in Bedford Hills, NY. We'll work with you to build the healthcare career of your dreams....

Registered Nurse Psych Visits PRN

  • Shelton, CT (18 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Shelton, CT (18 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description: ID # JR-120896 Registered Nurse Behavioral Health Visits - PRN Evening Runs - Not traditional Evening shift- done in the field early evening Bridgeport and Norwalk areas Come and join...

Registered Nurse Psych Visits PRN

  • Bridgeport, CT (20 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (20 miles from Danbury, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: ID # JR-120896 Registered Nurse Behavioral Health Visits - PRN Evening Runs - Not traditional Evening shift- done in the field early evening Bridgeport and Norwalk areas Come and join...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Danbury, 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 Danbury, 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 Danbury, 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%