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Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs Connecticut for RNs

Top Psych Travel Nurse Jobs in Connecticut for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top Psych travel nurse jobs in Connecticut. We currently offer 7 of the best available Psych nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 4 exclusive, high-paying Psychiatric travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. Connecticut Psych travel jobs are currently available in cities like Meriden, Mansfield Center and Sharon. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare Connecticut Psych nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Psychiatric travel nurse in Connecticut as of Dec 1, 2024 was $1,949 weekly. Currently, you can find Psych jobs in Connecticut with a salary range between $1,766 to $2,218 per week. The city with the highest paying Psych job in Connecticut currently is Sharon with a position for a Registered Nurse – Psychiatric at $1,946 per week.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for Psych travel jobs in Connecticut. The earliest start date in Connecticut is Jan 27, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Psychiatric role at $2,061 per week. The latest start date for an job in Connecticut is Feb 7, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Psychiatric role at $1,946 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Psychiatric travel nurse job in Connecticut including 13 weeks.

Connecticut is a popular place to work for Psych travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

Top Cities in Connecticut with Travel Psychiatric Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 7 Psychiatric jobs in Connecticut and 85 Psychiatric jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Meriden, CT

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Meriden.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Meriden, Connecticut – 06450
  • 8 E,
  • February 7, 2025
$2,012 to $2,218
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Meriden, Connecticut – 06450
  • 8 D,
  • February 7, 2025
$2,012 to $2,218
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Mansfield Center, CT

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Mansfield Center.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Mansfield Center, Connecticut – 06250
  • 8 E,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,870 to $2,061
Weekly Pay*
The Inpatient Childrens Unit provides safe, secure behavioral health treatment for children and adolescents ages 5 to 17 that require acute inpatient level of care. Unit Size/Beds: 26 Expected Ratios: Days (3 RNs, 1:8), Eves (3 RNs 1:8), Nights (1 RN 1:26) Cases seen: Mood disorders, Disruptive mood dysregulation disorders, Suicidal ideation, Neurodevelopmental disorders (ADD, ADHD) Years of Exp preferred: Minimum 1 year recent psychiatric experience with child-adolescent population preferred Certifications required: CPI, AHA(BLS) CPR (hospital willing to provide on-site training)
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Highest Paying Jobs in Holyoke, MA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Holyoke.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Holyoke, Massachusetts – 01040
  • 8 E,
  • February 17, 2025
  • 13
$2,191 to $2,414
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Behavioral Health unit, based in exciting Holyoke is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Holyoke, Massachusetts – 01040
  • February 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,644 to $1,811
Weekly Pay*
As a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse / RN you will: Provide planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, and Evaluation. Develops nursing care plan in coordination with patient, family and interdisciplinary staff as necessary. Communicates changes in patient’s clinical condition with Physician’s, Nursing Supervisor/Manager, and co-workers as appropriate. Participates in discharge planning process.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Holyoke, Massachusetts – 01040
  • February 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,644 to $1,811
Weekly Pay*
As a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse / RN you will: Provide planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, and Evaluation. Develops nursing care plan in coordination with patient, family and interdisciplinary staff as necessary. Communicates changes in patient’s clinical condition with Physician’s, Nursing Supervisor/Manager, and co-workers as appropriate. Participates in discharge planning process.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Sharon, CT

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Sharon.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Sharon, Connecticut – 06069
  • 12 N,
  • February 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,853 to $2,042
Weekly Pay*
Ratio 1:6, Requires geriatric exp, wound care, RNs will work in tandem w/ psych techs to provide ADLs to geriatric population w/ dimentia
travel Exclusive
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Sharon, Connecticut – 06069
  • 12 D,
  • February 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,766 to $1,946
Weekly Pay*
Ratio 1:6, Requires geriatric exp, wound care, RNs will work in tandem w/ psych techs to provide ADLs to geriatric population w/ dimentia
travel Exclusive
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Sharon, Connecticut – 06069
  • 12 N,
  • February 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,766 to $1,946
Weekly Pay*
Sharon Hospital is located in northwestern Connecticut – an area that is dotted with historic and beautiful towns and magnificent, rural landscapes. Patients of Sharon Hospital enjoy many benefits through Health Quest, including direct access to more advanced offerings, the latest technologies and a network of leading specialists. Sharon Hospital has 78 general hospital beds and provides a full range of services including: bariatric surgery, cardiology, cardiopulmonary, emergency care, imaging, intensive care, neurosciences, orthopedics, pain management, stroke care, surgical, women’s services and wound care. Now, as part of Health Quest, local patients have greater access to the highest level of care. Services For Patients & Visitors For the Community Sharon Hospital Yearly Updates Health Quest Medical Practice Hospital Standard Charges
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Sharon, Connecticut – 06069
  • 12 N,
  • February 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,766 to $1,946
Weekly Pay*
Ratio 1:6, Requires geriatric exp, wound care, RNs will work in tandem w/ psych techs to provide ADLs to geriatric population w/ dimentia
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Highest Paying Jobs in Gardner, MA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Gardner.
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Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Gardner, Massachusetts – 01440
  • 12 E,
  • March 10, 2025
  • 13
$1,693 to $1,866
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Behavioral Health unit, based in exciting Gardner is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Statistics on Psych Jobs in Connecticut

Review helpful statistics about Psych traveling nurse jobs in Connecticut. The data is based on the last three complete months of Psych job postings in the state of Connecticut. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Psychiatric job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in Connecticut for travel nursing jobs.

Salary Range

Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Psychiatric Jobs in Connecticut

How much does an Psychiatric travel nurse make on average in Connecticut?

A Psych nurse in Connecticut can make an average of $2,080 per week.

How much does a night shift Psych travel nurse make on average in Connecticut?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Psychiatric nurse in Connecticut can make an average of $1,993 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift Psych travel nurse make on average in Connecticut?

A: A 8 Hour Day shift Psychiatric nurse in Connecticut can make an average of $2,149 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Psychiatric jobs are available in Connecticut?

There are currently 7 Psychiatric travel nursing jobs available in Connecticut. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Psychiatric staff in Connecticut?

  • ProHealth Physicians – Middletown in Middletown
  • UCONN SOM Department of Surgery in Farmington
  • Trinity Health of New England – Watertown in Watertown
  • UConn Carole and Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center in Farmington
  • UCONN SOM Department of Dermatology in Farmington

What types of shifts are most common for Psych travel nursing jobs in Connecticut?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 8 Hour Evening shifts were the most common shifts in Connecticut cities.

What is the most common contract duration for Psych travel jobs in Connecticut?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Psychiatric travel job in Connecticut is 13.

Locating Psych Travel Nursing Jobs in Connecticut

In Connecticut, cities like Bridgeport, Mansfield Center, Meriden, Norwalk, and Sharon have travel Psych nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like ProHealth Physicians – Middletown, UCONN SOM Department of Surgery, Trinity Health of New England – Watertown, UConn Carole and Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center and UCONN SOM Department of Dermatology, all with nurse specialties and Psychiatric staff.

Healthcare Facilities in Connecticut that offer Psychiatric Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Connecticut area that have historically offered jobs for Psychiatric professionals.
Norwalk Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Address
34 Maple Street
Norwalk, CT 6850
Johnson Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Address
201 Chestnut Hill Road
Stafford Springs, CT 6076
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.