Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Oakdale, 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) - Acute Care Detox

  • Killingworth, CT (21 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Killingworth, CT (21 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 1 day 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 (9 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Colchester, CT (9 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 1 day 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...

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

  • Voluntown, CT (19 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Voluntown, CT (19 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 10 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 (11 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 26 days ago
  • Lebanon, CT (11 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 26 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

  • Deep River, CT (15 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Deep River, CT (15 miles from Oakdale, 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 (22 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chaplin, CT (22 miles from Oakdale, 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 (22 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mansfield Center, CT (22 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Travel Behavioral Health RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Mansfield, CT Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 13 week travel assignment...

Registered Nurse - Corrections, Psych

  • Middletown, CT (24 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Middletown, CT (24 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 15 hours ago

Were now seeking Corrections, Psych Registered Nurses for openings at a Behavioral Health Facility in Middletown, Connecticut....

Psych Registered Nurse - RN

  • Middletown, CT (24 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, CT (24 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Supplemental Health Care is seeking Psychiatric Registered Nurses in Middletown, Connecticut for a 9-week assignment at a partnering behavioral health facility....

Inpatient Psych RN (2nd Shift, 32 hours)

  • Norwich, CT (7 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norwich, CT (7 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 1 day ago

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

Behavioral Health RN

  • Norwich, CT (7 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (7 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 13 week travel assignment in Norwich, CT....

Travel Behavioral Health RN - $2,217 per week

  • Norwich, CT (7 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (7 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 2 days ago

a Registered Nurse-Behavioral Health for a travel assignment in Norwich Connecticut....

Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $2,058 to $2,189 per week in Norwich, CT

  • Norwich, CT (7 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (7 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 3 days ago

a skilled Behavioral Health RN for a 13 week travel assignment in Norwich, CT....

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

  • New London, CT (9 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • New London, CT (9 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: This role is responsible for all oversight of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management for clients in the outpatient Behavioral Health Program....

Psych Registered Nurse

  • Norwich, CT (7 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (7 miles from Oakdale, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Requirements: Connecticut RN License American Health Association BLS 1-2 years of recent Psychiatric nursing experience Non- violent intervention course (CPI) Supplemental Health Care is an Equal Opportunity...

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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Oakdale, CT

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychiatric Rn positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychiatric Rns in Oakdale, 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 Oakdale, 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%