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Inpatient Behavioral Health Registered Nurse RN

Trinity Health

Waterbury, CTFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2w agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Waterbury, CT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Registered Nurse Licensure ConnecticutBLS Certification

Job overview

Trinity Health is hiring an Inpatient Behavioral Health Registered Nurse RN. In Saint Mary’s Hospital, the Behavioral Health Team provides compassionate, stigma‑free care for patients and families, treating behavioral health conditions with dignity, inclusion, and high‑quality care while supporting recovery and empowerment.

Key focus areas include Provide nursing support to patients and families to empower recovery, Give meaningful feedback to multidisciplinary team to tailor treatment goals, and Educate and support patients and families during behavioral health admission.

Important skills include Patient Observations, Milieu Management, Emergent Needs Communication, Behavioral Health Nursing, Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration, and Patient Education.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient ObservationsMilieu ManagementEmergent Needs CommunicationBehavioral Health NursingMultidisciplinary Team CollaborationPatient Education

Qualifications

Graduate of Accredited Nursing ProgramBSN DegreeRegistered Nurse Licensure ConnecticutBLS CertificationBehavioral Psychiatric Experience

Full job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift

Description: In Saint Mary’s Hospital, our Behavioral Health Team brings a compassionate approach to meet the unique needs of our patients and their families. We treat various behavioral health conditions with dignity and respect by creating stigma-free environments that foster inclusion and high-quality of care.

What will you do:

  • Nursing support for the patient and their families is a catalyst for change and empowerment towards recovery from behavioral health conditions

  • Nurses provide meaningful feedback that helps our multidisciplinary team tailor treatment goals to the individual needs of every person.

  • Educating and supporting patients and their families during the BH Admission

  • Nursing care is key for safety and patient satisfaction. You will lead patient observations, milieu management, and help communicate and address emergent needs of the people we treat.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Education : Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program. BSN graduates preferred.

  • Licensure : Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse RN in Connecticut.

  • Certification : BLS required.

  • Preferred: Behavioral/Psychiatric experience

Position Highlights

  • Full Time-36 Hour Day Shift

  • Every Other Weekend/Holiday

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients and their families feel that they are truly being cared for, like a member of our family.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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