Nurse (Multiple Positions) Office/On-Site #260714-1969FL-001
About the role
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is now accepting applications for multiple Nurse positions within the Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS).
Join our specialized behavioral health nursing team and directly enhance the well-being and recovery of our patients.
Facility
Facility: Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS)
Location
Location: Bridgeport, CT
Available Hours
- Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities
- Available Shifts: First, Second, Third, and Weekend opportunities
Note
New! We're excited that Connecticut has joined the Nurse Licensure Compact effective October 1, 2025. Visit Nurse Licensure Compact for more details.
What We Can Offer You
Professional growth and development opportunities
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
Benefit offerings will vary with part-time positions.
IN THIS ROLE AS A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL NURSE YOU WILL:
- Provide nursing care for behavioral health patients within the nursing scope of practice
- Collaborate with interprofessional team members to provide patient excellence in care and treatments
- Complete comprehensive nursing assessment for patients with acute psychiatric and addictive problems
- Provide direct patient care that includes education, counseling, medication administration and documentation of the treatment plan and ongoing interventions of care.
Our Mission
DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect and self-sufficiency in those we serve.
Benefits
Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
Salary
- Part-time hourly: $40.20 - $52.63 (Commensurate with education and/or experience)
- Full-time salary: $83,918 - $109,884 (Commensurate with education and/or experience)
Qualifications
- Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
- The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.