Registered Nurse - Adolescent Mental Health

Shift Detail: 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM Join a team where every moment matters. At Hartford HealthCare, over 40,000 colleagues arrive each day committed to providing exceptional care that truly makes a difference. We invite you to be a part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport is a dynamic community teaching hospital with more than 3,200 employees. Our facility includes a 473-bed hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric unit in Westport, and a multispecialty provider group catering to diverse community needs. Job Summary: Deliver compassionate direct patient care to behavioral health patients according to facility policies and procedures. Conduct initial and ongoing bio-psychosocial assessments to inform the nursing care plan aligned with the master treatment plan. Collaborate in treatment team conferences to define and adjust goals tailored to each patient's age-related and condition-specific needs. Implement tailored nursing plans for assigned patients and facilitate group therapy sessions. Evaluate patients' responses to interventions and update care plans as necessary while coordinating with the treatment team. Perform thorough assessments to identify and address the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and age-related needs of patients. Develop and document comprehensive nursing care plans alongside patients and their families to ensure holistic care delivery. Provide direct patient care in accordance with physician orders and established protocols, ensuring meticulous documentation. Recognize changes in patients' physical and psychological states to proactively adjust care plans. Delegate care tasks appropriately to other nursing staff to optimize patient care and team performance. Exhibit proficiency and skills required for interacting with behavioral health patients and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Perform additional duties as assigned while embodying the values of nursing ethics and standards. Qualifications: Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Demonstrated ability to manage challenging patient behaviors effectively as trained in MOAB. Must have a valid Registered Nurse license from the Connecticut Department of Public Health before hire or job transfer. Certification as a BLS Provider from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross must be obtained within 60 days of hire or transfer. Hartford Healthcare is dedicated to nurturing your career. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match Generous paid time off starting from your hire date Additional voluntary benefits and employee discount programs With multiple locations across the state, Hartford HealthCare offers abundant opportunities for growth and career advancement. Join an organization at the forefront of healthcare innovation-a place where your contributions can have a profound impact. Discover a rewarding career that supports work/life balance. Every moment matters-and this is your moment.

Created: 2026-03-04