Clinical Nurse Coordinator (General)(Office/On-site)

Introduction

Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse seeking a fulfilling role where you can truly impact the lives of individuals with disabilities?

The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) - North Region - has a full-time first (1st) shift job opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Coordinator in the Private Division, located in Willimantic, CT.

Position Highlights:

• PCN 19661 – Private Services, Willimantic
• First (1st) Shift – 80-hours/bi-weekly
• Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
• Regular Days Off: Saturday & Sunday
• However, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job.

Please Note:

• Incumbents must have a valid CT driver's license.
• Incumbents consistent travel between DDS locations on site and across the state may need to be done at short notice.
• Incumbents in this class must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse in CT.

About Us:

DDS partners with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.

What’s In It For You:

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• Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.
• Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
• A healthy work-life balance to all employees.
• 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.

Discover the opportunity to:

• Engage in a rewarding career
• Assist our employees so they can achieve success
• Make a difference in the public sector
• Work together in a collaborative team environment

Selection Plan

FOR THOSE WHO HOLD A RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE:

• Review the eligibility and documentation requirements for CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license;
• Complete a CT DPH online application online (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners’ grouping, select ‘Registered Nurse’ and then ‘Start’;
• Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s : Nursys® System. 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’. Review the results and select the ‘Next’ button. Check the box next to ‘Connecticut’ and complete the transaction. Once the transaction is completed, you will receive a confirmation email from Nursys and the verification will be available to the DPH. Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through Nursys. Please contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification.

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
• Salary Calculations: 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.

• Note: 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.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
• Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
• Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to at Rocky.Young@ct.gov.

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If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418-6148 or (Edward.Magnano@ct.gov)

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state facility this class is accountable for coordinating the various facets of clinical programs involving multiple units OR for serving as liaison between the facility and community programs and placement settings.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Writes clinical program objectives, policies, procedures and manuals;
• Conducts individual health assessments;
• Develops, implements and reviews individual health care plans;
• Participates or chairs individual-centered interdisciplinary teams;
• Interviews individuals;
• Accompanies individual on visits to treatment programs or placement settings;
• Follows up on individual care in community programs to assure individual in least restrictive environment;
• Assures continuity of care to prevent recidivism;
• Applies for financial aid for individual through Department of Social Services;
• Maintains records of individual progress or failure after placement;
• Develops community health resources and provides on-going consultation and monitoring of services;
• Acts as a resource person to staff and community;
• Prepares reports and statistical summaries;
• May clinically supervise direct care staff in execution of clinical programs;
• May develop and conduct in-service educational programs for staff and families;
• May perform recordkeeping functions;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Knowledge of
  • nursing principles and clinical therapeutic models of individual care with emphasis on interdisciplinary team approaches;
  • individual treatment planning including impact of medical insurance program requirements for reimbursement;
  • structure of services for individuals and their families in institutional and community-oriented settings;
  • aftercare facilities;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of professional nursing experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

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  A Bachelor's degree in nursing may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience.
  
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  A Master's degree in nursing may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following experience:

• Experience working with individuals with individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities.
• Experience with basic nursing skills to include but not limited to: providing medication and nutrition via G-tube or J-tube, diabetic care, respiratory treatments, colostomy, cecostomy, and urostomy care, wound care, and catheterization.
• Experience following current infection control practices.
• Experience with clinical documentation including documenting events in writing.
• Experience working in community and family home settings and coordinating in home supports.
• Experience reviewing health information and formulating reports based on that information.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Experience communicating, interacting with, and explaining information to internal partners, external partners, and the public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license as a Registered Nurse in Connecticut.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

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.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.