Head Nurse (40 Hour)

Head Nurse (40 Hour) Office/On-site Recruitment # 250219-4356FL-001 Location Torrington, CT Date Opened 2/20/2025 12:00:00 AM Salary $91,192 - $120,638/year Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 2/27/2025 11:59:00 PM Go Back Apply View Benefits (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits)

Introduction

Are you interested in a career that you are passionate about and receive personal fulfillment while making a difference, then we invite you to take this opportunity to be a part of our team!

The State o f Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , De partment of Developmental Services (DDS (https://portal.ct.gov/dds) )- is currently recruiting one (1) Head Nurse (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=4356FL&R1=&R3=) , at the Northwest Regional Center (NWC), Torrington.

What We Can Offer You:

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The opportunity 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

Professional growth and development opportunitie s

A healthy work/life balance to all employees

Your role as a Head N urse (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=4356HJ&R1=&R3=)

You would be entrusted to lead administrative and clinical supervision of professional nurses. Additionally, along with other duties as assigned, we would empower you to:

Plan unit workflow and set priorities

Lead professional and paraprofessional staff in an individuals care

Identify and train staff on developmental needs so they can succeed in their roles

Position Highlights:

PCN 15764, 1st Shift – 80 hours biweekly

Monday through Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm. Regular Days off Saturday and Sunday

However, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job

Travel will be required with this role

We hope you take this opportunity to join our team and make a difference!

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=enUS) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

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 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , 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!

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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 Ethan Ives at Ethan.Ives (Ethan.Ives@ct.gov?subject=250219-4356FL-001 Head Nurse) @ct.gov.

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

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.EXAMPLES OF DUTIES WORKING LEAD:

Leads the planning of care and implementation of the nursing process;

Plans unit workflow and determines priorities;

Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work;

Makes recommendations for personnel actions such as selection, discipline and performance;

Conducts or assist in conducting performance evaluations;

Leads professional and paraprofessional nursing staff in provision of patient/individual care;

Maintains and promotes standards of nursing;

Ensures controlled drugs are properly stored, administered and ordered;

Identifies staff development needs;

Provides staff training and assistance;

Instructs staff regarding policies and procedures;

Participates in interdisciplinary meetings to promote and ensure adjustment and continuity of patient/individual care programs;

Responds to emergencies;

May make recommendations on policies and standards;

May prepare reports or correspondence;

May serve as Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP);

Performs related duties as required.

DIRECT CARE:

Independently develops, implements and evaluates nursing and/or health care plans;

Provides nursing consultation in the assigned specialty program;

Conducts nursing assessments;

Provides admission and discharge nursing assessments including plans for continuing care;

Maintains records and makes reports;

Provides for nursing services to comply with intermediate care facility (ICF) regulations and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards;

Maintains records of stored and secured medications;

Ensures controlled drugs are properly stored, administered and ordered;

Independently manages and provides direct care to patients/individuals;

Participates in individual, group or family therapy;

Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team in the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of patient/individual treatment or health care plans;

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;

May participate in home visits and crisis intervention;

May provide in-service training to nursing and paraprofessional staff with regard to signs and symptoms of illness, dysfunction, injury and prevention of same;

May conduct patient/individual- centered conferences with nursing personnel; may consult with and make recommendations to physicians concerning health needs;

May make recommendations on policies or standards;

May prepare reports or correspondence;

May serve as Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP);

Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of

and ability to independently apply nursing principles, techniques and standards;

specialized individual care applicable to nursing assignment;

medications, their actions, interactions, uses and side effects;

Knowledge of

general and mental health conditions and treatment interventions through utilization of assessment, nursing diagnosis, outcome identification, health planning, implementation and re-evaluation;

adult learning and family systems theory;

and sensitivity to cultural and socio-economic differences;

Considerable

interpersonal skills;

oral and written communication skills;

Ability to

establish and maintain collaborative relationships with other professionals, community resources and providers;

act as a role model to health care staff;

Supervisory ability.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NURSING POSITIONS:

Considerable knowledge of behavioral health of individuals;

Skill working with individuals, groups and families;

Ability to provide therapeutic treatment with a variety of individuals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience:

Experience with 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 working in a nursing capacity with individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities

Experience interpreting and applying goals and policies regarding residential and community support services for individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities

Experience with the organization of residential and community support services for individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities

Experience following current infection control practices

Experience using Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Excel, Teams and Word

Experience using strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with and explain information to individuals in a fast-paced environment

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license or temporary permit as a Registered Professional Nurse in Connecticut.

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.

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

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.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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.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.Click on a link below to apply for this position:Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online