Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Waterbury, CT area for the following position:
Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:
Behavioral health, Counseling, Intake, Medication side effects, PTSD, Psychosomatic Medication Interactions, Suicide and self harm risk assessment, or Therapeutic nurse/patient relationship.

• Day shift, night shift, and mid shift

• Full time, part time, and per diem

• 401(K), 401(K), 401(K), 403(B), Academic medical center, Adoption Assistance, Cross training, Cross training, EAP, FSA, FSA, Health grades Specialty Excellence Award recipient, Level 1 trauma center, Level 2 trauma center, Life Insurance, Medical, Medical, Offers sign on bonus, Offers sign on bonus, PTO, PTO, Retirement Plan, Teaching Hospital, Union facility, U.S. News best hospital, U.S. News best hospital

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher educational attainment from an accredited program
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1+ years experience working in a behavioral health setting, preferably in an inpatient or outpatient environment
• Strong understanding of psychotropic medications, their side effects, and proper administration protocols
• Demonstrated ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards as outlined by the American Nurses Association (ANA)

• Conduct initial patient assessments and develop individualized care plans in consultation with a multidisciplinary team
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for efficacy and potential side effects
• Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, using evidence-based therapeutic communication techniques
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and educational workshops on topics related to mental health and well-being
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to patient care, including discharge planning and aftercare support

• Healthcare coverage:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance

Salary: $54,000 to $100,870 /year