Registered Professional Nurse (Per Diem) Office/On-Site Recruitment # 250923-0274HD-001 Location New Haven, CT Date Opened 9/30/2025 12:00:00 AM Salary $63.75/hour Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 10/6/2025 11:59:00 PM Go Back Apply View Benefits (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) + + + + Introduction Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their journey to recovery from behavioral health or substance use challenges? Have you gained expertise in engaging individuals with compassion and empathy? If so, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team! THE POSITION The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services ( DMHAS (https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/About-DMHAS/Agency/About-DMHAS) ) is currently accepting applications for the position of Registered Professional Nurse (Per Diem) (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=0274HD&R1=&R3=) . NEW! We're excited that Connecticut has joined the Nurse Licensure Compact effective October 1, 2025. Visit the Nurse Licensure Compact (https://www.nursecompact.com/) for more details. HIGHLIGHTS + FACILITY: Connecticut Mental Health Center ( CMHC (https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/CMHC/Agency-Files/CMHC---About-the-Agency) ) + LOCATION: 34 Park Street, New Haven, CT + UNIT: Inpatient Unit + POSITION NUMBER: 145404 + SCHEDULE: Per Diem, Second Shift + Per Diem nurses are required to work at least a minimum of two (2) shifts within a biweekly pay-period (1 shift per week), one (1) weekend per month, and cover one (1) summer holiday (i.e., Memorial Day, July 4th, or Labor Day) and one (1) winter holiday (i.e., Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day) as determined by the Director of Nursing. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU + Professional growth and development opportunities + A healthy work/life balance (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) to all employees DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO + Engage in a rewarding career; + Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve; + Assist our clients so they can achieve success; + Make a difference in the public sector; + Work together in a collaborative team environment. ABOUT US 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. CMHC is an urban community mental health center with an exceptional 50-year tradition of serving individuals with serious mental illness. We aim to treat people with mental illness in their communities, to provide a place for researchers from many fields to find new treatments, and to teach professionals in the care of mental illness. PLEASE NOTE + A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. + All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace (https://portal.ct.gov/das/-/media/das/statewide-hr/a---z-listing-task-pdfs/drug-free-workplace-policy--february-2016.pdf) . Selection Plan FOR THOSE WHO HOLD A RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE: + Review the eligibility and documentation requirements (https://portal.ct.gov/DPH/Practitioner-Licensing--Investigations/Registered-Nurse/RN-Licensure-by-Endorsement) for CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license; + Complete a CT DPH online application (https://www.elicense.ct.gov/) online (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners’ grouping, select ‘Registered Nurse’ and then ‘Start’; + Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s : Nursys® System. To send verification of your license(s) to CT, read and agree to the terms, enter your biographic information, select your license type and select ‘SEARCH’. Review the results and select the ‘Next’ button. Check the box next to ‘Connecticut’ and complete the transaction. Once the transaction is completed, you will receive a confirmation email from Nursys and the verification will be available to the DPH. Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through Nursys. Please contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification. FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: + Meet Minimum 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. + Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. + Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. + Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. + Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. + Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. + Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: + Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). + Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! + Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. + The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. + Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jensine Tran at Jensine.Tran (Jensine.Tran@ct.gov) @ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state hospital or facility works on a daily or hourly basis as a regular registered nurse, providing direct professional nursing care to a variety of individuals. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES + May participate as an active member of the multidisciplinary treatment team by providing substantial input regarding the patient’s response to treatment, recommending modifications in the overall plan of care; + Work under the supervision of a Head Nurse; + Complete comprehensive Initial Nursing Assessment for inpatients with acute psychiatric and addictive problems, assesses; + Demonstrate interviewing skills that facilitate accurate and comprehensive data collection and documentation in the 24Hr. Nursing Notes on patient you are assigned accurately assesses and documents patient’s response to pain interventions; + Foster a cooperative working relationship among staff members of all disciplines; + Effectively assumes charge responsibilities when designated; + May cover for Team Leader, may function in charge role supervising LPN’s and MHA’s. + Ensure that all clinical documentation progress notes are completed by MHA’s and LPN’s; + Identify and maintain safety of patients who are at imminent risk to self or others including; Risk to Fall, AWOL Risk, and medical instability; + Administer all medications in accordance with CMHC Standards of Practice and Nursing Policies and Procedures; + Collaborate with multidisciplinary Teams and assist in identifying patient problems and participate in team meetings; + Conduct inpatient groups such as community meetings, goals group, and orientation; + Participate in implementing health teaching interventions with patients and /or family members; + Attend shift reports and participates in nursing and multidisciplinary staff meetings; + Ensure that all documentation ensures patient safety by conducting environmental safety rounds and patient 15, 30 min checks, or 1:1 specials are assigned and policies and procedures are being followed. + Participate in the assessment and reassessment process by collection of data throughout the course of a shift hospitalization, documents changes in mental status evaluates and prescribes nursing treatment in crisis situation; + Make effective decisions and evaluates the results of action taken; + May take charge of Admissions and conducting patient assessments, including admission documentation ; + May be required to participate in restraints application, and assist in de-escalation of behavioral dyscontrol, inpatients, must attend and remain up to date on all DMHAS and CMHC mandatory training. + Conduct and teach patient debriefing following the use of seclusion and/or restraints in accordance with the Guidelines; + May be required to take clients to medical or clinical appointments and or community outings, and fresh air breaks; + Effectively communicate patient care needs ensures compliance with JCAHO and Medicare standards of nursing practice; + May perform all research related activities, blood draws, blood spinning, IVs, research protocol, treatment plans and participate all the training and competencies related to individual research protocol. + Performs other related duties as assigned. For more information, please see the job specification (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=0274HD&R1=&R3=) . KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY + Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing; + Considerable + interpersonal skills; + oral and written communication skills. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited nursing program. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Experience with psychiatric mental health nursing SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS + Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current license or temporary permit to practice professional nursing in Connecticut. + Incumbents in this class may be required to be fluent in a foreign language or proficient in the use of American Sign Language in certain designated positions. CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for permanent appointment. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals; may have exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals; may be exposed to disagreeable conditions. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online