Introduction
The
State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
(
DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health
and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated
network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and
supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.
Do you have a passion for supporting others? Do you want
to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal health
care environment in the public sector? If so, we have an excellent opportunity
for you to join our hospital’s team!
The
DMHAS seeks qualified individuals for the position of Licensed Practical Nurse
within Connecticut Valley Hospital (
CVH).
Location: General Psychiatry Division, Woodward 1 North, 1000 Silver
Street, Middletown, CT 06457. This is a
full-time 35 hours per week position. The
schedule is second shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., every other weekend and
holidays, 72-72-72 rotation. The
position number is 112366.
Recovery-oriented
care is the overarching framework that guides everything we do at DMHAS. CVH strives to build a community of care that
is respectful of an individual/family’s worldview, culture, and beliefs, and
supports the individual/family’s overall health and wellness.
Woodward
1 North is geriatric services with 15 co-ed clients. This unit
specializes in clients who are over 60 years of age or who have an early onset
of neuro-cognitive changes associated with all forms of dementia and/or
progressive neuro-cognitive disorders.
Discover
the opportunity to:
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Work among professionals
whose treatment goals developed for clients are aimed to help individuals be
stabilized, rehabilitated and return to community-based living;
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Utilize your expertise in
assisting clients in developing a stress free attitude;
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Stay up to date with changes
that affect today’s society by participating in on-going education and training
activities; and
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Apply your skills and
experience to enhance client’s self-worth.
Please
ensure that your application is complete and you have included your resume
within the "Resume Tab" of your application. You will be unable
to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps
system. At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be
required to submit additional documentation which supports their qualification(s)
for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, attendance,
supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion
of the hiring agency. You do not have to attach these documents to your
application submission.
Questions regarding this recruitment should be directed to Doreen
Clemson, DMHAS HR, 860-262-7116 or
Doreen.Clemson@ct.gov.
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).
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state facility, this class is accountable for rendering bedside care or mental health services to individuals with physical and/or intellectual disabilities in instances where the services of a registered nurse are not required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Assists doctors and nurses in the general care and treatment of individuals; measures doses and administers medications including insulin injections; documents medications using appropriate forms; performs narcotic counts; checks and may administer intravenous medications; reports changes in individuals to doctors; ensures that restraints are applied correctly; transcribes doctors medication orders; dispenses certain medications in doctor’s absence; applies topical medication; takes and charts temperatures, pulses and respirations; performs simple nursing treatments; monitors general individual needs including personal hygiene; reports on individual conditions and behavior; keeps the unit safe and healthy; administers enemas or suppositories; performs Foley catheterization care; orients individuals concerning medications and their use; may perform emergency first aid; may drive individuals to necessary appointments/outings; performs related duties as required.
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES: performs the full range of duties as described in the class specification for the Lead Developmental Services Worker.
DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES: performs the full range of duties as described in class specifications for the Mental Health Assistant 1 or Mental Health Assistant 2.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Knowledge of practical nursing specialties and bedside care; knowledge of various medications used in conjunction for the care of individuals who have physical and/or intellectual disabilities; knowledge of infection control practices; some knowledge of nutrition and diets; basic knowledge of medical and lab sciences; considerable interpersonal skills; ability to keep records; some ability to lead staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
License or temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut by the State Board of Examiners for Nursing.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES: Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's license, Public Passenger Endorsement or Commercial Driver's license for designated positions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift/restrain individuals; may have some exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to some 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.