Nurse Consultant (Children and Families) (40 Hour)

　　Office/On-site

　　Recruitment # 240122-5928FP-001

　　Location Middletown, CT

　　Date Opened 1/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

　　Salary $97,371 - $130,644/year

　　Job Type Open to the Public

　　Close Date 1/31/2024 11:59:00 PM

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　　Introduction The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Children and Families (DCF (https://portal.ct.gov/dcf) ) has two openings for a Nurse Consultant (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=5928FP&R1=&R3=) in our Albert J. Solnit Children's Hospital South Campus (https://portal.ct.gov/DCF/Solnit-Center/South) , located in Middletown, CT.

　　Position Highlights:

　　Full-time, 40 hours per week

　　Second (2nd) shift

　　2:45 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

　　Monday - Friday

　　Middletown, CT

　　The Role:

　　As a Nurse Consultant (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=5928FP&R1=&R3=) , you will be developing curriculum and teaching the principles and practices of nursing and health related subjects to nursing personnel and interdisciplinary staff, including RNs, LPNs and other non-licensed staff. The scope of this role is to prepare newly hired RNs, existing RNs, LPNs and other non-licensed staff as appropriate, in the principles and practices specific to an Adolescent Behavioral Health/Psychiatric demographic.

　　In collaboration with Nursing management, this role conducts assessment of educational needs and requirements of staff and patients and/or clients by determining areas of deficiencies and considering government regulations; participates in development of curricula; conducts research to obtain most recent information about identified topic; delivers curricula to targeted groups including instruction in theory and provision of clinical experience; evaluates effectiveness of curricula through analyses of participation, feedback and written tests; instructs staff of all levels in orientation and other programs, including on Hospital units in real time, supervises learning experiences of staff in programs; acts as a role model to nursing and health care staff by demonstrating and teaching professional behaviors; participates in approved continuing education programs to enhance professional competence and shares this information with other staff members; prepares and submits reports as required; maintains records of those persons participating in educational programs; protects human and civil rights of patients and/or clients and staff; may participate on committees and in recruitment process; performs related duties as required.

　　About Us:

　　Working together with families and communities to improve child safety, ensure that more children have permanent families, and advance the overall well-being of children is the central focus of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). DCF protects children who are being abused or neglected, strengthens families through support and advocacy, and builds on existing family and community strengths to help children who are facing emotional and behavioral challenges, including those committed to the Department by the juvenile justice system.

　　What’s In It For You:

　　To work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 (https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/Press-Room/Press-Releases/2023/Forbes-State-of-CT-Ranked) - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;

　　A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform and article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with comprehensive benefit (https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/smART/General-Employee-Benefits) offerings

　　Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings.

　　Paid time off - including 13 paid holidays per calendar year.

　　Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.

　　A healthy work-life balance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6n9M1Qd5fo) 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 (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) 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

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　　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 [email protected].

　　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.

　　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 Christopher Lavallee at [email protected].

　　PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

　　In the Departments of Public Health, Children and Families, Correction, Developmental Services, Mental Health and Addiction Services, Social Services and the Office of Early Childhood this class is accountable for applying professional nursing knowledge in the enforcement, inspection, licensure, consultation and implementation or assessment of the nursing service component of health care programs and facilities.

　　EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

　　Implements, coordinates, and evaluates activities of assigned programs or health care services;

　　Maintains active liaison with and serves as nursing consultant to other sections, divisions, health care providers and public;

　　Assesses safety and quality of client care provided;

　　Assesses compliance of health insurance companies with various state statutes, regulations and guidelines;

　　In a central office assignment or region-wide basis, plans, reviews, and evaluates the coordination, assessment and monitoring of health services to DCF children;

　　Assists in the development of policies and procedures related to health and wellness/nursing standards of practice;

　　Provides consultation to community hospitals, medical facilities, community providers, schools, foster parents, other state agencies and the court system regarding the health needs of DCF children;

　　Provides consultation to Careline Special Investigations Unit on medical investigations of abuse and neglect;

　　Develops nursing and individual professional development/trainings;

　　May review all multidisciplinary evaluations, including the child's medical, dental, developmental, behavioral health and trauma needs, including consents for surgeries/medical procedures and/or medically complex cases

　　May have oversight and coordination of children's health plans;

　　May have oversight of state-wide health trainings, health programs, contracts and health initiatives;

　　May develop, provide and monitor health trainings to DCF caregivers, staff, community providers and youth;

　　May inspect and evaluate health care and psychiatric facilities for compliance with state and federal regulations including licensure and certification laws;

　　Performs related duties as required.

　　KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

　　Considerable knowledge of

　　nursing treatment, trends and resources for pediatric health issues;

　　relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;

　　principles and practices of nursing care administration and education for a variety of specialties with varied settings;

　　principles and practices pertinent to community processes;

　　Knowledge of

　　state, federal and local health agencies and programs;

　　nursing education and skill in techniques of teaching;

　　Considerable

　　interpersonal skills;

　　oral and written communication skills;

　　Ability to

　　plan, implement and evaluate programs;

　　collect and analyze data.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

　　Four (4) years of experience as a professional nurse in a position involving supervision, consultation, education or administration.

　　NOTE:

　　Administrative capacity is interpreted as having managerial responsibility in setting and implementing policies, carrying out program planning, and evaluating and coordinating special projects, etc. in the area specified in the appropriate parenthetical title.

　　Consultative capacity is interpreted as the providing of professional expert nursing advice to other than subordinate staff on major programmatic issues in the area specified in the appropriate parenthetical title.

　　Educational capacity is interpreted as experience in a full time professional educational position instructing professional nurses in a formalized program or teaching students in an undergraduate or graduate nursing program in the area specified in the appropriate parenthetical title.

　　Supervisory capacity is interpreted as having administrative supervision of registered nurses or other professional staff.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

　　Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in the area of pediatric nursing.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

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

　　A Master's degree in health services administration, nursing or public health may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Experience in teaching in nursing programs and/or training staff.

　　Experience with Child/Adolescent Psychiatry.

　　Hospital Experience.

　　SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current license as a registered professional nurse in Connecticut.

　　Incumbents in this class may be required to possess certification as an Insurance Rehabilitation Specialist or be eligible for certification as an Insurance Rehabilitation Specialist.

　　Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

　　Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

　　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.

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