Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Connecticut

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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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

  • Stamford, CT
  • 16 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 16 hours ago

About BlueSky: We are a clinician-led, patient-centered, collaborative behavioral health company of mental health professionals committed to improving access to extremely high-quality mental health...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych Mental Health

  • Windsor, CT
  • 17 hours ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 17 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...

Travel Registered Nurse RN Psychiatric

  • Meriden, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Meriden, CT
  • 1 day ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Psych Nurse Practitioner - North Haven, CT

  • North Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • North Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago

health care for adults Experience in Skilled Nursing Facilities and/or geriatric population mental health care preferred Strong communication, assessment, diagnostic, and treatment skills #HP123...

Registered Nurse Psychiatric

  • Meriden, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Meriden, CT
  • 2 days ago

This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging...

Registered Nurse Psych Visits FT

  • Middlebury, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Middlebury, CT
  • 2 days ago

This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Registered Nurse Behavioral Health....

Registered Nurse Psychiatric - Travel - (Psych RN)

  • Meriden, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Meriden, CT
  • 2 days ago

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RN Behavioral Health Nurse (Day Shift)

  • Wallingford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT
  • 3 days ago

RN Behavioral Health Nurse (DAY SHIFT) Masonicare Behavioral Health Hospital - Wallingford, CT Day Shift/16hrs/wk/EOW *This role will work on a 50 bed Behavioral Health Hospital Unit* The Behavioral...

Behavioral Health Nurse-36hr-Days

  • Hartford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 3 days ago

POSTITION SPECIFIC ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Serves as a nurse for patients presenting with behavioral health concerns....

Registered Nurse Psych Visits PRN

  • Windsor, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 4 days ago

Elara Caring is looking for a passionate Registered Nurse RN Behavioral Health to join our elite team of healthcare professionals and make a difference, one patient at a time....

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

  • Waterbury, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT
  • 4 days ago

At Waterbury Hospital we offer our RN’s with scheduled hours: • Employer paid pension plan • Sign on bonuses for experienced RN’s • Employee Referrals • Opportunity for training in specialty areas...

RN Behavioral Health Home Visits

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 5 days ago

Summary We are hiring RNs (Registered Nurse) to provide Behavioral Health and other community-based healthcare services in Bridgeport and surrounding areas. 1:1 Patient Care Weekly pay Paid training...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • New London, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • New London, CT
  • 5 days ago

Perform psychiatric diagnostic evaluations/treatments for a panel of clients with mental health and substance use disorders in both New London and New Haven....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health (Per Diem)

  • Naugatuck, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Naugatuck, CT
  • 6 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...

Talkiatry is now interviewing Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners interested in joining us as we continue to expand access to behavioral health care across the country....

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Psychiatric Rn Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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NCLEX RN (Psychiatric, Behavioral, Mental Health)
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Salary for Psychiatric Rn Jobs in Connecticut

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 Connecticut 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 Connecticut
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%