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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Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health (Inpatient Psych)

  • New Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • New Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago

Description Job Schedule: Part Time Standard Hours: 16 Job Shift: Shift 2 Shift Details: Work where every momen t matters. Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with...

Registered Nurse (RN) Adolescent Psych

  • Cheshire, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Cheshire, CT
  • 2 days ago

Description Job Schedule: Full Time Standard Hours: 40 Job Shift: Shift 2 Shift Details: 40 hours per week evening shift RN, 3:00pm-11:30pm. Required to work every other weekend Work where every...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Adult Unit

  • Chaplin, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Chaplin, CT
  • 2 days ago

What our nurses love about Natchaug Hospital: Sign on Bonus up to $1,500 in accordance with program guidelines Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Psych

  • Southbury, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Southbury, CT
  • 3 days ago

Vincents Behavioral Health Center in Westport is a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility specializing in care for children, adolescents, and adults with mental health and dual diagnosis substance use...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Child/Adolescent Unit

  • North Windham, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • North Windham, CT
  • 3 days ago

What our nurses love about Natchaug Hospital: Sign on Bonus up to $1,500 in accordance with program guidelines Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental...

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PHMNP) to provide outpatient PHP and IOP services for adults and young adults at the Quinebaug Treatment Center, in Dayville, CT....

Registered Nurse -Adult Psych

  • Old Greenwich, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Old Greenwich, CT
  • 4 days ago

Vincents Behavioral Health Center in Westport is a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility specializing in care for children, adolescents, and adults with mental health and dual diagnosis substance use...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Inpatient

  • Willimantic, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Willimantic, CT
  • 5 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) - Inpatient Psychiatry

  • Waterbury, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT
  • 6 days ago

Description Job Schedule: Part Time Standard Hours: 24 Job Shift: Shift 2 Shift Details: Work where every momen t matters. Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with...

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Inpatient Adult - Hartford, CT

  • Hartford, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 9 days ago

National Board Certification, or eligibility to be certified, as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is required....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health (The Ridge Recovery Center)

  • Willimantic, CT
  • 10 days ago
  • Willimantic, CT
  • 10 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...

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 Behavioral Health unit

  • Windham, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • Windham, CT
  • 12 days ago

What our nurses love about Natchaug Hospital: Sign on Bonus up to $1,500 in accordance with program guidelines Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Behavioral Health Adult Unit

  • Tolland, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • Tolland, CT
  • 12 days ago

What our nurses love about Natchaug Hospital: Sign on Bonus up to $1,500 in accordance with program guidelines Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health

  • Colchester, CT
  • 22 days ago
  • Colchester, CT
  • 22 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...

Demographic Data for Connecticut

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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
37.7%
Bachelor's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

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%