
Eastern Connecticut's Premier Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Provider
Natchaug Hospital has been a beacon of hope and healing since 1954, serving as Eastern Connecticut's leading provider of mental health and addiction treatment services. As part of the Hartford HealthCare Behavioral Health Network, this 57-bed nonprofit psychiatric hospital delivers compassionate, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and adults across the region.
Comprehensive Behavioral Health Services
Natchaug Hospital operates a fully integrated treatment system serving over 1,950 inpatients annually through its main facility in Mansfield Center, Connecticut. The hospital features two specialized units: a 26-bed pediatric/adolescent unit and a 33-bed adult unit, each staffed by dedicated mental health professionals committed to individualized care.
Beyond inpatient services, Natchaug extends its reach through:
- Journey House: A specialized 13-bed residential treatment center for adolescent girls
- Outpatient Programs: Day hospital, after-school, and special education school programs serving 2,750+ patients yearly
- Multi-Location Network: Eight Connecticut communities including Danielson, Dayville, Enfield, Groton, Norwich, Old Saybrook, and Vernon
- Specialized Services: Geriatric services, chemical dependency programs, and court-involved youth treatment
Culture of Care and Professional Support
At Natchaug Hospital, we take great care of our team members just as they care for patients. The collaborative, tight-knit environment empowers nurses and clinical staff to practice at the top of their license using research, innovation, and evidence-based practices. Staff work across three 8-hour shifts with flexible scheduling options from 8 to 32 hours weekly, plus per diem opportunities.
Why Professionals Choose Natchaug Hospital
- Competitive Compensation: Sign-on bonuses up to $1,500 and 401(k) with 7% employer match
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and wellness initiatives with mental health focus
- Professional Development: Leadership opportunities, team-based decision making, and program development roles
- Employee Wellness: Free on-site parking, service discounts, and strong mental health support programs
- Hartford HealthCare Connection: Access to Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network with 40,000+ colleagues across 500+ locations
Mission Driven Excellence
Natchaug Hospital's nearly seven-decade commitment to advancing mental health treatment creates meaningful career opportunities for healthcare professionals passionate about behavioral healthcare and community impact.
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Registered Nurse Inpatient Child/Adolescent Unit
Description
Location Detail: Natchaug Hospital Mansfield Ct (10155)
Shift Detail: Schedule: 3:00pm-11:30pm
Start here at Natchaug Hospital and work where every moment matters!
Natchaug Hospital doesn't just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Registered Nurses too! Our benefit options at Natchaug Hospital are designed so you can care for yourself and your family, just as you care for others when you are here.
What Our Nurses Love About Natchaug Hospital
- Sign on Bonus up to $1,500 in accordance with program guidelines
- Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
- Paid time off and health insurance packages
- 401(k) plan with generous employer match up to 7%
- Free parking on-site
- Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance travel and more!
At Natchaug Hospital, we are focused on supporting our colleagues. Our Registered Nurses have the opportunity to practice at the top of their license using research, innovation and evidence-based practices.
Natchaug Hospital Offers
- Small free-standing Psychiatric Hospital with unique, tight knit units that work collaboratively to provide care to Eastern Connecticut.
- Leading provider for children, adolescents and adults with mental illness and substance use addictions.
- Offers a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical dependency services.
- Two units: Pediatric/Adolescents (26 beds) and Adults (33 beds)
- Three shifts available - first, second, third. They are 8 hour shifts.
- Set schedules: 8 hour to 32 hours per week as well as per diem.
The Registered Nurse utilizes psychiatric/chemical dependency nursing skills as a direct client care provider and is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. The RN works under the direction of the Nurse Manager and/or the RN Designee and is responsible for the delivery of direct client care to clients individually, in groups and in the milieu. The RN is a role model for other staff members and is a leader in teaching other staff, in program development, in guiding group decision making, in developing and implementing treatment plans and improving the quality of care. The RN adheres to Hospital policies and procedures as well as applicable accreditation standards and state and federal regulations towards excellence in client care.
Qualifications
- Psychiatric experience preferred.• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, Bachelor's degree preferred.• Current Connecticut RN License• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.• Effective leadership and delegation skills.• Computer and keyboarding skills• Must have and maintain telephone number for scheduling.
Natchaug Hospital is part of Hartford HealthCare, a system that includes 7 acute care hospitals, a comprehensive Behavioral Health Network, Home Care services, Senior Services, and an extensive Medical Group network. Hartford HealthCare's unified culture enhances access, affordability, equity and excellence. Its care-delivery system of more than 40,000 colleagues - in more than 500 locations serving 185 towns across Connecticut offers unparalleled expertise - touching more than 23,000 lives every single day. Here you'll learn, grow, and contribute to healing and health as part of one of Connecticut's premier health systems. No matter where you work in the Hartford HealthCare system, you're connected to the team that's redefining care. Start here, where every moment matters.

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