Registered Nurse (RN, Psych, Acute, Crisis) - Emergency Department

Hartford HealthCare; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Nurse Residency Program

Loan forgiveness

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a part-time Night Shift Registered Nurse (RN) in the Emergency Department at Backus Hospital in Norwich, CT to provide compassionate care for patients in psychiatric emergencies. The role emphasizes trauma-informed assessment, crisis de-escalation, and rapid stabilization in a fast-paced ER.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN or MSN, with experience in behavioral health and CT RN licensure.

Qualifications

• BSN or MSN preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid, trauma-informed assessment for patients in psychiatric emergencies.
• Use expert de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe environment.
• Develop and implement immediate crisis-stabilization plans.
• Administer psychiatric medications and facilitate emergency interventions.
• Conduct suicide risk assessments and safety planning.
• Support families with guidance and education during crises.
• Document behavioral observations and interventions in a dynamic ER environment.

Skills

Crisis management

De-escalation

Trauma-informed care

Critical thinking

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Emergency Department provides compassionate care for patients experiencing psychiatric emergencies. This role is ideal for resilient nurses who thrive in fast-paced, unpredictable environments and are skilled in crisis management.

Highlights

• Location: Norwich, CT
• Facility: Backus Hospital
• Department/Unit: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Part Time, Night shift

What You'll Do

• Provide rapid, trauma-informed assessment for patients in psychiatric emergencies.
• Use expert de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe environment.
• Develop and implement immediate crisis-stabilization plans.
• Administer psychiatric medications and facilitate emergency interventions.
• Conduct suicide risk assessments and safety planning.
• Support families with guidance and education during crises.
• Document behavioral observations and interventions in a dynamic ER environment.

Requirements

Education

• BSN or MSN preferred

Experience

• Experience in behavioral health preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Current Connecticut RN license
• BLS certification required
• Ability to obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire

Benefits

• Automatic enrollment into the Nurse Residency Program for all graduate RNs with less than one year of experience
• Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Paid time off and health insurance packages
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages

About Hartford HealthCare

Hartford HealthCare is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. With a system that includes 7 acute care hospitals and a comprehensive Behavioral Health Network, they enhance access, affordability, equity, and excellence in healthcare across Connecticut.