Psychiatric Nurse (Must have Psych or Mental Health ...

Payrate: $60-$65 Location: Middletown CT 06457 Job Type: Contract 3rd Shift | 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM 40 Hours per Week | Every Other Weekend Position Overview We are seeking experienced Psych Registered Nurses (Psych RN) for an urgent need at Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH), operated by DMHAS. This role is within the Psych Division , and candidates must have prior psychiatric nursing experience. The RN will provide high-quality, trauma-informed, gender-responsive care to individuals receiving behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting. About Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH) Mission: Connecticut Valley Hospital provides trauma-informed, gender-responsive treatment that empowers individuals to manage recovery, improve quality of life, and return to the community. Vision: To promote recovery through collaborative, compassionate, and culturally competent treatment in a safe, healthy, and caring environment. Key Responsibilities Provide direct psychiatric nursing care in an inpatient behavioral health setting Conduct patient assessments and monitor mental health status Administer medications and monitor for therapeutic and adverse effects Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams Maintain accurate and timely documentation Ensure patient safety and compliance with hospital policies Support trauma-informed and recovery-oriented treatment practices Schedule Details 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM 40 hours per week Every other weekend required

Created: 2026-03-07