Community Nurse Coordinator (40 Hour)

The State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS), has a mission that we, along with our partners, provide person-centered programs and services to enhance the well-being of individuals, families and communities.

Are you a self-starter? Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal human services environment in the public sector? If so, we want you to join us!  

We are currently recruiting for (2) two qualified and talented Community Nurse Coordinators within our Community Options Unit for the Division of Health Services. We are conveniently located at 55 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT. These positions are full-time, 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday.  

You will discover the opportunity to:

• Engage in a rewarding career;
• Showcase your talents in a meaningful role;
• Assist our clients so they can achieve success;
• Work together in a collaborative team environment.  

DSS delivers and funds a wide range of programs and services as Connecticut’s multi-faceted health and human services agency.  DSS serves about 1 million residents of all ages in all 169 Connecticut cities and towns.  We support the basic needs of children, families, older and other adults, including persons with disabilities.  Services are delivered through 12 field offices, central administration, and online and phone access options.  Follow us on twitter@ctdss and see what we are all about!    

We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career with us and make an impact by serving your state!

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).

The Department of Social Services participates in E-Verify.  

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening and specify their qualifications on their application. Please ensure that your application is complete and you have included your resume in the “Resume Tab” of your application as you will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application into the JobAps system.  

Applicants invited to interview may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s). These documents may include: performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency.  

This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQ’s) 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.  

This posting may be used for future vacancies.  

The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.            

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Julie Barker, at Julie.Barker@ct.gov.

In the Department of Social Services, Home and Community Based Services unit this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks associated with the provision of professional nursing consultation to access agencies who provide case management services to consumers and their families regarding social services program-based healthcare services.

Provide consultation and case management to access agencies, health care providers, clients and family members; coordinates authorization of delivery of services with access agencies; evaluates cost and clinical appropriateness of medical, social and behavioral health aspects of care; conducts health care case reviews for quality and care management; reviews and approves or denies prior authorization requests for services; serves as a resource to clients and health insurance companies regarding rights and responsibilities; serves as liaison with internal agency contacts and outside providers regarding program policies and procedures; completes health screen assessment and determines level of care eligibility; evaluates care plan to ensure compliance with cost caps and federal regulations; reviews, evaluates and authorizes requests for medical services and equipment for clients; investigates client complaints; may conduct on site quality assessment and/or compliance review; may represent the department in fair hearings related to medical necessity determination of nursing facility level of care; may make recommendations for policy changes; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of nursing care administration for variety of specialties with varied settings; knowledge of relevant State and Federal laws, statutes and regulations; knowledge of relevant agency policy and procedures; knowledge of managed care practices; knowledge of principles and practices pertinent to community processes; knowledge of state and federal and local health agencies and programs; considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to problem solve; ability to understand and communicate health programs; ability to utilize computer software.

Three (3) years of experience as a registered professional nurse in a position involving home healthcare, nursing homes or other community based nursing program.

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in the areas of client care plans or utilization review. For State employees, the Special Experience is interpreted at or above the the level of Nurse.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess:

• Experience with community support and other long term supports and services;
• Experience with the development of person-centered care plans;
• Experience with assessment of appropriate home and community based services for all populations.

1. Incumbent in this class must possess and retain a license as a registered professional nurse in Connecticut.
   
2. Incumbent in this class may be required to travel.
   
3. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

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 appointment.

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.