Registered Nurse (RN) - Psych Mental Health (The Ridge Recovery Center)

Hartford HealthCare at Home

$75K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid CT RN license is required.
  • Minimum of Associate's degree in nursing; Bachelor's preferred.
  • CPR & AED certification within six months of employment.
  • Accredited CARN or Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing certification preferred or actively pursuing it.
  • Minimum one year of nursing experience in Psychiatric or Substance Abuse Treatment preferred.
  • Experience as a CNA or Mental Health Worker is desirable, especially for new graduates.

Responsibilities

  • Assess clients' conditions to provide tailored nursing care.
  • Administer medications as per treatment protocols.
  • Manage withdrawal symptoms effectively and efficiently.
  • Provide direct nursing care and education to clients.
  • Motivate and encourage clients towards their health and recovery goals.
  • Collaborate with clinical and medical staff for holistic patient care.

Benefits

  • Medical and dental benefits offered.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching available.
  • Generous paid time off including seven paid holidays.
  • Voluntary benefits and employee discount programs available.
Full Job Description
*New Hires Eligible for Sign-On Up To $3,000* Work where every moment matters. Job Summary Rushford Center (The Ridge Recovery Center) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse who desires a rewarding career making a difference in the lives of individuals living with substance use disorders. The Ridge Recovery Center is a new state-of-the-art substance use disorder treatment facility in Windham, CT. The Ridge Recovery Center offers personalized paths to recovery in a serene and tranquil setting. The Registered Nurse will work with and assist other professional, clinical, and medical staff in providing day-to-day direct care to individuals with substance use disorders. Some of the duties and responsibilities for this position include: 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. Our ideal candidate will possess strong therapeutic interpersonal skills to encourage and motivate individuals to work towards their treatment goals. Qualifications: - Valid CT RN license. - Minimum of Associate's degree in nursing. - Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. - CPR & AED certified within six months of employment. - 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. As a Hartford HealthCare entity, Rushford provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting of: - 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 as well as employee discount programs

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