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<h4>Introduction</h4> Are you interested in a career where you can make a difference for children and families? The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families (DCF) has anticipated vacancies for&nbsp;Nurses, to join our Hospital in Middletown, CT. Position Highlights: <ul><li>Full-time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Second (2nd) shift</li><li>Middletown, CT</li><li>PCN 44556;&nbsp;2nd Manhasset; 2:45 pm - 11:15 pm; Week One (1) days off: Friday, Tuesday; Week Two (2) days off: Saturday, Sunday</li><li>PCN 13521; 42nd Acadia; 2:45 pm - 11:15 pm; Week One (1) days off:&nbsp;Monday, Tuesday; Week Two (2) days off: Saturday, Sunday</li><li>PCN 97431;&nbsp;2nd Sachem; 2:45 pm - 11:15 pm; Week One (1) days off:&nbsp;Saturday, Sunday; Week Two (2) days off: Friday, Monday</li></ul><ul><li>Full-time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Third (3rd) shift</li><li>Middletown, CT</li><li>PCN 44512;&nbsp;3rd Passaic; 11:10 pm - 7:10 am;&nbsp;Week One (1) days off:&nbsp;Friday, Saturday; Week Two (2) days off: Thursday, Monday</li><li>PCN 99971; 3rd Passaic; 11:10 pm - 7:10 am; Week One (1) days off:&nbsp;Monday Friday, Week Two (2) days off: Saturday, Wednesday</li></ul> About Us: At DCF our mission is partnering with communities and empowering families to raise resilient children who thrive. We are proud of our diverse and dedicated workforce who strive every day to meet the needs of those we encounter. Currently we are seeking individuals who are looking to advance their career and make a difference. What’s In It For You: Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! <ul><li>To work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;</li><li>Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy work-life balance to all employees.</li><li>State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.</li></ul> Discover the opportunity to: <ul><li>Engage in a rewarding career</li><li>Assist our employees so they can achieve success</li><li>Make a difference in the public sector</li><li>Work together in a collaborative team environment</li></ul> <h4>Selection Plan</h4> FOR SECOND AND THIRD SHIFT POSITIONS - YOU MAY BE APPROVED FOR AN ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION BONUS: Each Registered Nurse who is permanently assigned to the second or third shift shall receive a “recruitment and retention” yearly bonus of three thousand dollars ($3,000.00). This bonus shall be pro-rated for part-time Registered Nurses. In order to be eligible for this bonus, the Employee must have completed one year of service in the registered nurse classification. FOR THOSE WHO HOLD A RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE: <ul><li>Review the&nbsp;eligibility and documentation requirements&nbsp;for CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license;</li><li>Complete a&nbsp;CT DPH online application&nbsp;online (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners’ grouping, select ‘Registered Nurse’ and then ‘Start’;</li><li>Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s :&nbsp;&nbsp;Nursys®&nbsp;System.&nbsp; 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’.&nbsp; Review the results and select the ‘Next’ button.&nbsp; Check the box next to&nbsp; ‘Connecticut’ and complete the transaction.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once the transaction is completed, you will receive a confirmation email from Nursys and the verification will be available to the DPH.&nbsp; Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through Nursys.&nbsp; Please contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification.</li></ul> 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. For Assistance in Applying: Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Application Process: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to <a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>. Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut. Selection Process: This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency. Read through this helpful link toprepare for your interview. Contact Information: Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Ethan Ives at <a href="mailto:Ethan.Ives@ct.gov" target="_blank">Ethan.Ives@ct.gov</a>. <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In a state agency this class is accountable for providing a full range of professional nursing care. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> <ul><li>Independently implements the nursing process with individuals including carrying out physicians orders regarding diet, medication and treatment;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs assessments;&nbsp;</li><li>Changes dressings;&nbsp;</li><li>Monitors and ensures quality care through observation and evaluation;&nbsp;</li><li>Reports on physiological and mental health status of individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>Documents nursing interventions on medical records;&nbsp;</li><li>Distributes and maintains records of controlled drugs and ensures their security;&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains records and makes reports;&nbsp;</li><li>Makes decisions in routine cases;&nbsp;</li><li>Instructs individuals, staff and family members regarding treatments, nursing plans and related individual care issues directed towards an awareness and understanding of health/mental health issues;&nbsp;</li><li>Responds to emergencies;&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains availability of medications and supplies;&nbsp;</li><li>Ensures cleanliness of equipment and environment;&nbsp;</li><li>May participate as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team in the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of individuals treatment or health/mental health care plans;&nbsp;</li><li>May formulate and implement nursing care plans;&nbsp;</li><li>May participate in outpatient clinics and assist in physical examinations;&nbsp;</li><li>May administer routine tests;&nbsp;</li><li>May conduct training;&nbsp;</li><li>May delegate nursing tasks consistent with established protocols;&nbsp;</li><li>May participate in psychotherapeutic and rehabilitation interventions;&nbsp;</li><li>May physically restrain individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>May provide related medical or mental health specialty services;&nbsp;</li><li>May serve as Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Knowledge of <ul><li>and ability to apply professional nursing theory, practice and ethics;&nbsp;</li><li>current medications, their actions, interactions, uses and side effects;&nbsp;</li><li>medical, therapeutic and psychiatric nursing interventions and methods;&nbsp;</li><li>and ability to apply quality standards, procedures and protocols;&nbsp;</li><li>and sensitivity to cultural and socio-economic difference;&nbsp;</li><li>and ability to apply clinical therapeutic models of individual care with emphasis on interdisciplinary team approach;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Skills <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to <ul><li>act as a role model to health care staff by demonstrating and teaching professional behaviors;&nbsp;</li><li>learn specialized individual care applicable to work assignment;&nbsp;</li><li>listen and provide empathetic assistance to individuals and families in meeting their needs and carrying out prescribed treatments;&nbsp;</li><li>develop therapeutic relationships with individuals, and their caregivers;&nbsp;</li><li>respond to emergencies;&nbsp;</li><li>respond to and seek supervision;&nbsp;</li><li>encourage and facilitate cooperation, pride trust and group identity to foster commitment and team work;&nbsp;</li><li>analyze and evaluate proper care and treatment.</li></ul></li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Graduation from an accredited nursing program. <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Experience working in a behavioral health hospital setting.</li><li>Experience serving youth with complex psychiatric profiles.</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license or temporary permit as a Registered Professional Nurse in Connecticut.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to be fluent in a foreign language or proficient in the use of the American Sign Language in certain designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul> <h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4> Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals; may have exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals; may be exposed to disagreeable conditions. <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> 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.&nbsp; As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

State of Connecticut

Nurse (40 Hour)(Office/On-site)

<h4>Introduction</h4> Are you a dedicated nursing professional looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families?&nbsp;The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families (DCF) is recruiting three (3) Head Nurses&nbsp;for anticipated positions to join our Hospital in Middletown, CT. Position Highlights: <ul><li>Full-time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Second (2nd) shift</li><li>Middletown, CT</li></ul> Shift Location Hours PCN Week 1 Days Off Week 2 Days Off 2nd Passaic 2:45 pm-11:15 pm (40 hrs/week) 113581 Monday Saturday, Sunday, Thursday 2nd Sachem 2:45 pm-11:15 pm (40 hrs/week) 114014 Tuesday Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday What’s In It For You: We provide access to a Platinum Healthcare Plan for state employees and their families. In addition, you’ll benefit from a strong pension plan, supplemental retirement options, and generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays each year. We prioritize a healthy work-life balance and offer opportunities for professional growth, paid development, and career advancement. After 10 years of service, you may also qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Join us in building a rewarding career, supporting employee success, making a difference in the public sector, and collaborating in a team-focused environment. <ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;new&nbsp;State Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>Work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.</li><li>IN ADDITION TO THE BASE ANNUAL SALARY, YOU MAY BE APPROVED FOR AN ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION BONUS:<ul><li>Each Registered Nurse who is permanently assigned to the second or third shift shall receive a “recruitment and retention” yearly bonus of three thousand dollars ($3,000.00). This bonus shall be prorated for part-time.</li><li>In order to be eligible for this bonus, the employee must have completed one year of service in the registered nurse classification.</li></ul></li></ul> As a Head Nurse, you will: <ul><li>Lead and coordinate nursing staff to deliver world-class patient care</li><li>Develop and implement patient care plans with precision and compassion</li><li>Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards</li><li>Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment</li><li>Mentor and support nursing staff, promoting professional growth</li><li>Conduct assessments and provide direct patient care when needed</li><li>Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve outstanding outcomes</li><li>Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly</li><li>Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of patient information</li><li>Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care</li></ul> Who We Are Albert J. Solnit Children’s Center– South Campus&nbsp;is a state-administered Psychiatric facility for Connecticut’s children who are 13 to 17 years of age. The Solnit Center provides comprehensive care to children and adolescents with severe mental illness and related behavioral and emotional problems who cannot be safely assessed or treated in a less restrictive setting. The South Campus consists of four coed hospital units and three female adolescent psychiatric residential treatment facility cottages (PRTF). We are seeking an exceptional professional who holds a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Connecticut and brings proven experience in a behavioral health hospital setting. Together, we will use your demonstrated ability to work with youth with complex psychiatric profiles, ensuring they receive the care and support they need. With your outstanding leadership and communication skills, we will foster a collaborative and compassionate environment while applying your good organizational and time management abilities to maintain high standards of efficiency. Your dedication to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care will align with our commitment to excellence as we navigate the demands of a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Join us in making a meaningful difference, with the flexibility to work the second shift as outlined. <h4>Selection Plan</h4> <ul><li> FOR THOSE WHO HOLD A RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE: <ul><li>Review the&nbsp;eligibility and documentation requirementsfor CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license;</li><li>Complete a&nbsp;CT DPH online applicationonline (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners’ grouping, select ‘Registered Nurse’ and then ‘Start’;</li><li>Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s :&nbsp;&nbsp;Nursys®System.&nbsp; 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’.&nbsp; Review the results and select the ‘Next’ button.&nbsp; Check the box next to&nbsp; ‘Connecticut’ and complete the transaction.&nbsp;&nbsp; Once the transaction is completed, you will receive a confirmation email from&nbsp;Nursys&nbsp;and the verification will be available to the DPH.&nbsp; Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through&nbsp;Nursys.&nbsp; Please contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification.</li></ul></li><li> Please visit our 'Applicant Tips on How to Apply' page or view our&nbsp;tutorial. </li><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.&nbsp;</li><li>In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your&nbsp;JobAps&nbsp;Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and&nbsp;JobAps&nbsp;Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.&nbsp;</li><li>Note:&nbsp; At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position.&nbsp; These documents may include:&nbsp; a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.&nbsp; Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Liz&nbsp;Pinette&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:elizabeth.pinette@ct.gov" target="_blank">elizabeth.pinette@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period.&nbsp; It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception.&nbsp; Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>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.</li></ul> <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In a state agency this class is accountable for administrative and clinical supervision of professional nurses, paraprofessionals and other staff involving direct nursing care of individuals or performing specialized professional nursing work in the areas of community or therapeutic nursing. At the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities or Connecticut Technical Education and Career System this class is accountable for providing primary nursing care for students and facility staff. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> WORKING LEAD: <ul><li>Leads the planning of care and implementation of the nursing process;</li><li>Plans unit workflow and determines priorities;</li><li>Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work;</li><li>Makes recommendations for personnel actions such as selection, discipline and performance; conducts or assist in conducting performance evaluations;</li><li>Leads professional and paraprofessional nursing staff in provision of patient/individual care;</li><li>Maintains and promotes standards of nursing;</li><li>Ensures controlled drugs are properly stored, administered and ordered;</li><li>Identifies staff development needs;</li><li>Provides staff training and assistance;</li><li>Instructs staff regarding policies and procedures;</li><li>Participates in interdisciplinary meetings to promote and ensure adjustment and continuity of patient/individual care programs;</li><li>Responds to emergencies;</li><li>May make recommendations on policies and standards;</li><li>May prepare reports or correspondence;</li><li>May serve as Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> DIRECT CARE: <ul><li>Independently develops, implements and evaluates nursing and/or health care plans; provides nursing consultation in the assigned specialty program;</li><li>Conducts nursing assessments; provides admission and discharge nursing assessments including plans for continuing care;</li><li>Maintains records and makes reports; provides for nursing services to comply with ICF regulations and JCAHO standards;</li><li>Maintains records of stored and secured medications;</li><li>Ensures controlled drugs are properly stored, administered and ordered;</li><li>Independently manages and provides direct care to patients/individuals;</li><li>Participates in individual, group or family therapy;</li><li>Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team in the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of patient/individual treatment or health care plans;</li><li>Manages an assigned caseload of other appropriate clinical activities; provides clinical direction and/or training to staff in individual, group and family service delivery programs;</li><li>May participate in home visits and crisis intervention;</li><li>May provide in-service training to nursing and paraprofessional staff with regard to signs and symptoms of illness, dysfunction, injury and prevention of same;</li><li>May conduct patient/individual- centered conferences with nursing personnel; may consult with and make recommendations to physicians concerning health needs;</li><li>May make recommendations on policies or standards;</li><li>May prepare reports or correspondence;</li><li>May serve as Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> SCHOOL NURSE: <ul><li>Independently provides counseling and health education services to students and staff;</li><li>Serves as member of crisis intervention team; provides assessment of medical problems;</li><li>Determines need for physician or medical care; performs basic evaluative procedures and tests;</li><li>Performs primary first aid;</li><li>Ensures that controlled drugs are properly stored;&nbsp;</li><li>Makes referrals and follows up on health needs;</li><li>Provides counseling on health- related issues;</li><li>Maintains accurate medical records;</li><li>Writes reports;</li><li>May administer medication;</li><li>May administer routine tests or exams;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Considerable knowledge of <ul><li>and ability to independently apply nursing principles, techniques and standards;</li><li>specialized individual care applicable to nursing assignment;</li><li>medications, their actions, interactions, uses and side effects;</li></ul></li><li>Knowledge of <ul><li>general and mental health conditions and treatment interventions through utilization of assessment, nursing diagnosis, outcome identification, health planning, implementation and re-evaluation;</li><li>adult learning and family systems theory;</li><li>and sensitivity to cultural and socio-economic differences;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable <ul><li>interpersonal skills;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to <ul><li>establish and maintain collaborative relationships with other professionals, community resources and providers;</li><li>act as a role model to health care staff;</li></ul></li><li>Supervisory ability.</li></ul> BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NURSING POSITIONS: <ul><li>Considerable knowledge of behavioral health of individuals;</li><li>Skill working with individuals, groups and families;</li><li>Ability to provide therapeutic treatment with a variety of individuals.</li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4> A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience. <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Experience working in a behavioral health hospital setting.</li><li>Experience serving youth with complex psychiatric profiles.</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license or temporary permit as a Registered Professional Nurse in Connecticut.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to be fluent in a foreign language or proficient in the use of the American Sign Language in certain designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul> <h4>CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS</h4> 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. <h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4> Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals; may have exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals; may be exposed to disagreeable conditions. <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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.

Head Nurse

<h4>Introduction</h4> Are you interested in a career where you can make a difference for children and families? The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families (DCF) has anticipated vacancies for Head Nurses, to join our Hospital in Middletown, CT. Position Highlights: <ul><li>Part-time, 32 hours per week</li><li>Second (2nd) shift</li><li>Middletown, CT</li><li>PCN 114107; Passaic 2:45 pm - 11:15 pm; Week One (1) days off: Saturday, Sunday, Monday; Week Two (2) days off: Wednesday Monday, Tuesday</li><li>PCN 44455; Manhasset 2:45 pm - 11:15 pm; Week One (1) days off: Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday; Week Two (2) days off: Friday, Monday, Tuesday</li></ul>About Us: At DCF our mission is partnering with communities and empowering families to raise resilient children who thrive. We are proud of our diverse and dedicated workforce who strive every day to meet the needs of those we encounter. Currently we are seeking individuals who are looking to advance their career and make a difference. What’s In It For You: Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! <ul><li>To work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;</li><li>Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy work-life balance to all employees.</li><li>State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.</li></ul> Discover the opportunity to: <ul><li>Engage in a rewarding career</li><li>Assist our employees so they can achieve success</li><li>Make a difference in the public sector</li><li>Work together in a collaborative team environment</li></ul> <h4>Selection Plan</h4> FOR SECOND AND THIRD SHIFT POSITIONS - YOU MAY BE APPROVED FOR AN ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION BONUS: Each Registered Nurse who is permanently assigned to the second or third shift shall receive a “recruitment and retention” yearly bonus of three thousand dollars ($3,000.00). This bonus shall be pro-rated for part-time Registered Nurses. In order to be eligible for this bonus, the Employee must have completed one year of service in the registered nurse classification. FOR THOSE WHO HOLD A RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE: <ul><li>Review the&nbsp;eligibility and documentation requirements&nbsp;for CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license;</li><li>Complete a&nbsp;CT DPH online application&nbsp;online (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners’ grouping, select ‘Registered Nurse’ and then ‘Start’;</li><li>Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s :&nbsp;&nbsp;Nursys®&nbsp;System.&nbsp; 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’.&nbsp; Review the results and select the ‘Next’ button.&nbsp; Check the box next to&nbsp; ‘Connecticut’ and complete the transaction.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once the transaction is completed, you will receive a confirmation email from Nursys and the verification will be available to the DPH.&nbsp; Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through Nursys.&nbsp; Please contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification.</li></ul> 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. For Assistance in Applying: Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Application Process: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to <a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>. Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut. Selection Process: This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency. Read through this helpful link toprepare for your interview. Contact Information: Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Rocky Young at <a href="mailto:Rocky.Young@ct.gov" target="_blank">Rocky.Young@ct.gov</a> <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In a state agency this class is accountable for administrative and clinical supervision of professional nurses, paraprofessionals and other staff involving direct nursing care of individuals or performing specialized professional nursing work in the areas of community or therapeutic nursing. At the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities or Connecticut Technical Education and Career System this class is accountable for providing primary nursing care for students and facility staff. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> WORKING LEAD: <ul><li>Leads the planning of care and implementation of the nursing process;</li><li>Plans unit workflow and determines priorities;</li><li>Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work;</li><li>Makes recommendations for personnel actions such as selection, discipline and performance;</li><li>Conducts or assist in conducting performance evaluations;</li><li>Leads professional and paraprofessional nursing staff in provision of individual care;</li><li>Maintains and promotes standards of nursing;</li><li>Ensures controlled drugs are properly stored, administered and ordered;</li><li>Identifies staff development needs;</li><li>Provides staff training and assistance;</li><li>Instructs staff regarding policies and procedures;</li><li>Participates in interdisciplinary meetings to promote and ensure adjustment and continuity of individual care programs;</li><li>Responds to emergencies;</li><li>May make recommendations on policies and standards;</li><li>May prepare reports or correspondence;</li><li>May serve as Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> DIRECT CARE: <ul><li>Independently develops, implements and evaluates nursing and/or health care plans;</li><li>Provides nursing consultation in the assigned specialty program;</li><li>Conducts nursing assessments;</li><li>Provides admission and discharge nursing assessments including plans for continuing care;</li><li>Maintains records and makes reports; provides for nursing services to comply with ICF regulations and JCAHO standards;</li><li>Maintains records of stored and secured medications;</li><li>Ensures controlled drugs are properly stored, administered and ordered;</li><li>Independently manages and provides direct care to individuals;</li><li>Participates in individual, group or family therapy;</li><li>Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team in the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of individual treatment or health care plans;</li><li>Manages an assigned caseload of other appropriate clinical activities;</li><li>Provides clinical direction and/or training to staff in individual, group and family service delivery programs;</li><li>May participate in home visits and crisis intervention;</li><li>May provide in-service training to nursing and paraprofessional staff with regard to signs and symptoms of illness, dysfunction, injury and prevention of same;</li><li>May conduct individual-centered conferences with nursing personnel;</li><li>May consult with and make recommendations to physicians concerning health needs;</li><li>May make recommendations on policies or standards;</li><li>May prepare reports or correspondence;</li><li>May serve as Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> SCHOOL NURSE: <ul><li>Independently provides counseling and health education services to students and staff;</li><li>Serves as member of crisis intervention team;</li><li>Provides assessment of medical problems;</li><li>Determines need for physician or medical care;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs basic evaluative procedures and tests;</li><li>Performs primary first aid;</li><li>Ensures that controlled drugs are properly stored;</li><li>Makes referrals and follows up on health needs;</li><li>Provides counseling on health-related issues;</li><li>Maintains accurate medical records; writes reports;</li><li>May administer medication;</li><li>May administer routine tests or exams;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Considerable knowledge of <ul><li>and ability to independently apply nursing principles, techniques and standards;</li><li>specialized individual care applicable to nursing assignment;</li><li>medications, their actions, interactions, uses and side effects;</li></ul></li><li>Knowledge of <ul><li>general and mental health conditions and treatment interventions through utilization of assessment, nursing diagnosis, outcome identification, health planning, implementation and re-evaluation;</li><li>adult learning and family systems theory;</li><li>and sensitivity to cultural and socio-economic differences;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable <ul><li>interpersonal skills;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to <ul><li>establish and maintain collaborative relationships with other professionals, community resources and providers;</li><li>act as a role model to health care staff;</li></ul></li><li>Supervisory ability.</li></ul> BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NURSING POSITIONS: <ul><li>Considerable knowledge of behavioral health of individuals;</li><li>Skill working with individuals, groups and families;</li><li>Ability to provide therapeutic treatment with a variety of individuals.</li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4> A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience. <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Experience working in a behavioral health hospital setting.</li><li>Experience serving youth with complex psychiatric profiles.</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license or temporary permit as a Registered Professional Nurse in Connecticut.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to be fluent in a foreign language or proficient in the use of the American Sign Language in certain designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul> <h4>CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS</h4> 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. <h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4> Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals; may have exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals; may be exposed to disagreeable conditions. <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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.

Head Nurse (Part-Time)(Office/On-site)

Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm&nbsp;NO on-call responsibilities$8,000 Sign-on bonus$60,000-70,000 annually, based on post grad experienceUnique opportunity exists for a Behavioral Health Clinician to join Aspire Health Alliance’s dynamic, Discovery Day Program! &nbsp;Apply your clinical skills and creativity as part of a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team.The Discovery Day program philosophy allows clients to heal through immersion and connection with peers in an inclusive and welcoming community.&nbsp; Clinicians support this process by providing therapeutic psychoeducational group facilitation, to aid in the development of health, wellness, social connections and meaningful activities with a holistic approach to treatment.&nbsp;&nbsp;Join Discovery and enjoy:·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The independence of creating your own therapeutic groups while still working in a team setting·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Fostering and celebrating clients’ emotional growth, stability, and independence·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A schedule and work setting that supports an ideal work/life balance·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Competitive salary and $4,000 sign-on bonus·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance being effective the 1st of the month following start datePlease click on link below to hear from Marlon, a long term, dedicated Clinician at Discovery!&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dcbUrHJ60A&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dcbUrHJ60A&amp;nbsp</a>;<h4>Required Skills</h4><ul><li>Proficiency in computer technology required</li><li>Excellent organizational skills</li><li>Success in working within a team environment</li></ul><h4>Required Experience</h4><ul><li>Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling Psychology or related field.</li><li>Prior experience working in the mental health field, preferred</li></ul>Aspire Health Alliance is committed to and passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion. &nbsp;We celebrate, support and promote diversity of thought, culture, and backgrounds.&nbsp; As an employer committed to equal opportunity, we base all employment decisions on each individual’s capabilities and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic.&nbsp; Aspire Health Alliance strives to fully reflect the clients and communities we serve and believes that a diversity of interests and cultures leads to a stronger and more innovative organization.

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Expressive Art Therapist

<h4>How you'll change lives</h4>As a Registered Nurse (RN) at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease.<h4>What you'll be doing</h4>Patient care. You'll work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders. Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios.Safety &amp; Quality. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.

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Dialysis Registered Nurse

Job Title Nurse Manager/Ambulatory/UKHC Requisition Number RE46898 Working Title Nurse Manager – General Surgery/Comprehensive Vascular Clinic Department Name M7100: AMB - Surgery/Cardiothoracic Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 12 Salary Range $62,400-111,634/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BSN Click here for more information about equivalencies: <a href="https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies" target="_blank">https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies</a> Required Related Experience 3 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN) and a national certification to be obtained within 1 year of hire and maintained throughout employment in this job title. This national certification will require approval by nursing leadership. Physical Requirements The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs. Shift Monday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed. Job Summary The Nurse Manager will supervise all designated nursing staff and other clinical support staff functions in the Cardiothoracic, General Surgery, and Comprehensive Vascular Clinic. Ensuring appropriate resource management and quality patient care are essential job duties for this position. This includes initiating actions for resolutions, maintaining nursing standards of care and magnet-related designations requirements, and participating in updating policies and procedures. In addition, the position will ensure adequate nursing staff and clinical support staff are available to care for patients, work with staff to develop schedules and coverage plans, act as a clinical and systems resource for staff, and complete designated staff performance evaluations. The position will work directly with the practice manager and ambulatory nursing director for practice, clinical improvement, and nursing initiatives. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes Preferred Education/Experience Previous clinical RN leadership experience preferred. Deadline to Apply 12/09/2024 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco &amp; Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Nurse Manager/Ambulatory/UKHC

Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC Requisition Number NR13321 Working Title RN/ 7A /Neuroscience ICU Department Name H7100:Neuroscience Services Work Location Lexington, Ky Grade Level 10 Salary Range $23.25-39.10/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education ADN Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date Physical Requirements The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. Shift Must be able to work three, 12-hour shifts per week from 7am until 7:30pm; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays. Job Summary Registered nurses in the Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit at UK Chandler Hospital provide intensive neurological and neurosurgical care for adult patients ranging from 15 years of age and older. Patient conditions include isolated head trauma, ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke, spinal cord injury, anoxic brain injuries and other diseases of the brain and spinal cord. The RN serves as an important component of the critical care team; responsible for close hemodynamic, medication and ventilator monitoring and treatment of patient complications related to their neurological injury. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED Deadline to Apply 12/09/2024 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco &amp; Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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