PCMHI RN — Mental Health (EDRP Eligible)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Newington, CT seeks a Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) RN to support integrated mental health services in primary care. You will conduct mental health assessments, provide brief nursing interventions, and coordinate care with PCPs and specialists.

The role is full-time (40 hours/week), day shift, on-site, with no telework. A current US nursing license is required; BSN preferred and EHR experience is expected. EDRP and federal benefits apply.

Qualifications

• English proficiency required for direct patient care.
• Graduate of a nursing program approved by the appropriate accrediting body with current licensure.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted nursing license in a US state or territory.
• BSN preferred; bridge programs may qualify for licensure.
• GNT exception provisions for licensure while pursuing it.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health nursing assessments, screenings, and follow-up evaluations.
• Provide brief, evidence-based nursing interventions and patient education for Veterans with depression, anxiety, and behavioral health conditions.
• Assist with medication monitoring, treatment adherence, and symptom management in collaboration with prescribers.
• Coordinate referrals and care between primary care, mental health, and community resources.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and participate in quality improvement.
• Promote Whole Health principles and Veteran engagement in treatment.

Skills

Nursing license

English proficiency

Mental health nursing

Triage & crisis skills

Education

ADN/ Diploma in Nursing

BSN preferred

State nursing license

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Newington, CT seeks a Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) RN to support integrated mental health services in primary care. You will conduct mental health assessments, provide brief nursing interventions, and coordinate care with PCPs and specialists.

The role is full-time (40 hours/week), day shift, on-site, with no telework. A current US nursing license is required; BSN preferred and EHR experience is expected. EDRP and federal benefits apply.