Introduction
The State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) has one (1) current full-time job opportunity for a Developmental Services Director of Nursing Services position. This position is part of Public Programs and is based out of the DDS Central Office located in Hartford, CT.
This is a full-time forty (40) hour per week position. The work schedule is Monday through Friday on first shift. However, must be flexible and willing and able to work off hours to meet the needs of the Agency.
This position is open ONLY to current State employees.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify their qualifications on their application.
Please note you will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
Selection Plan
In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee, who has permanent state status* and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
*For employees in the classified service, permanent status is obtained after successful completion of a working test period. For employees in the unclassified service, permanent status is obtained after serving in a position for at least six months (full-time or full-time equivalent).
Incumbents in this position will be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
Incumbents in this position will be required to travel statewide.
This posting MAY require completion of additional referral questions (RQ’s) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. Please regularly check your email for notifications. You must reply by the deadline indicated on the notification or you will be automatically disqualified from consideration.
At any point later in the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: letters of reference, performance reviews, attendance, supervisor references, college transcripts, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Daimar Ramos at Daimar.Ramos@ct.gov, (860) 263-2625.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for directing nursing services at a training school or in a region.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
This is a position responsible for directing supervisory staff and operations of nursing and clinical services in a number of public residential settings. This position coordinates, plans and manages a variety of nursing and clinical activities with emphasis on systems development and implementation, quality assessment and assurance and clinical contracts negotiation. This position is responsible for formulating program goals and objectives and developing or assisting in the development of related policy. This position interprets and administers pertinent laws; administers collective bargaining contracts; represents DDS in meetings of professional and/or community organizations; prepares periodic nursing reports; other duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of nursing; considerable knowledge of nursing trends and resources for individuals with intellectual disabilities; knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and techniques; knowledge of relevant State and federal laws, statutes and regulations; knowledge of community nursing; knowledge of current development in field of nursing; knowledge of interviewing and counseling techniques; some knowledge of research procedures as applied to nursing; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of experience in hospital, institution or community nursing in a consultative or supervisory capacity working with individuals with intellectual disabilities at or above the level of Nurse Supervisor or Nurse Consultant.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working collaboratively with nursing/clinical and non-clinical managers and staff
- Experience developing and implementing quality improvement strategies
- Considerable knowledge and ability to use systems to run data and perform relevant analysis
- Experience writing clinical contracts
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook)
- Demonstrated ability to manage a large volume of work and prioritize effectively to achieve results in a set timeframe
- Ability to work independently and to work cooperatively as part of a team
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, efficiently, and amicably
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license as a Registered Professional Nurse in Connecticut.
2. 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.