Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych Mental Health (Per Diem)

Hartford HealthCare • Willimantic, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Hartford HealthCare is Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network, with over 40,000 colleagues. Rushford Center, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services, is nationally recognized for its prevention, treatment, and recovery programs, including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, and various therapies. The Ridge Recovery Center, a new state-of-the-art substance use disorder treatment facility in Windham, CT, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse. This role involves working with professional, clinical, and medical staff to provide direct care to individuals with substance use disorders, offering personalized paths to recovery in a serene setting.

Requirements

• Valid CT RN license
• Minimum of Associate's degree in nursing
• CPR & AED certified within six months of employment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred
• Accredited certification in Addictions Nursing (CARN) or Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing (or is actively pursuing credentialing) is preferred
• Minimum of one years' nursing experience in Psychiatric or Substance Abuse Treatment preferred
• Experience as a CNA, Mental Health Worker, or other related field is desirable for newly graduated nurses

Responsibilities

• Assessing client’s conditions
• Administering medications
• Managing withdrawal symptoms
• Providing direct nursing care and education to clients in regard to their health, wellness and recovery

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire, including seven paid holidays
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Employee discount programs
• Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees