STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Clinical Nurse Coordinator (General) (35 Hour)

Recruitment #220107-1974HC-001

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Introduction


Are you interested in a career where you can make a difference, do what you are passionate about, and receive personal fulfillment? If you are that candidate, then we are looking for you to be a part of our team and invite you to check out this exciting opportunity! 

The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) - North Region's, Private Services Division - has one (1) current Full-Time job opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Coordinator based out of the East Hartford Office. This is a full-time, 35 hour per week position, with a schedule of:
  • Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Regular Days Off: Saturday & Sunday
  • However, work schedule flexibility may be required in order to meet the demands of the job
In this role, the selected candidate will be expected to provide case support through nursing clinical consultation to agency staff. We would empower you to assist staff in the decision-making process as it relates to medical and health issues of individuals in DDS’s care. Additionally, among other duties assigned, we would have you:
  • Provide nursing consultation
  • Participate in home visitations with other staff
  • Attend physician appointments and hospital visits as needed
  • Work collaboratively with community-based healthcare providers in facilitating care and addressing the health needs of individuals in our care
As a state employee, you will be open to a terrific work life balance and competitive benefits package. This includes; excellent health care, generous leave policies, a retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and more.

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

Selection Plan

All state employees shall follow Executive Order 13G (as amended by Executive Order 14C).

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify their qualifications on their application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. 

Additional Recruitment Information:
  • Must have a valid drivers license
  • Will be required to travel
Please note: you will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system. Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. 

Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process. Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.    

Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position.  These documents may include:  a cover letter, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. If selected for further consideration, State employees may be required to provide last 2 service ratings last 2 attendance records. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.  

This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board  (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam. 

If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Renee LaBarge, DDS EEO Director at 860-418-6022 or Renee.LaBarge@ct.gov.  

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Ethan Ives at Ethan.Ives@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state facility this class is accountable for coordinating the various facets of clinical programs involving multiple units OR for serving as liaison between the facility and community programs and placement settings.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator’s responsibilities include but is not limited to the following:
  • Conducting site visits for enhanced monitoring of nursing/medical concerns and nursing delegation
  • Review of regional quarterly medication audits and communicate with the Regional Health Services Director and Nurse Consultant regarding areas of concern
  • Assist private provider new nurses with implementing nursing delegation
  • Plan, review and evaluate the coordination, assessment and monitoring of health services pertaining to individuals residing in private agency community residences
  • Assist the Nurse Consultant with insuring DDS compliance with OBRA (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, also known as the Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987) regulations and CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) oversight
  • Assess safety and quality of care being provided and assist in identifying alternative placements to decrease the number of DDS consumers receiving LTC in skilled nursing facilities
  • Provide a nursing summary of all site visits/monitoring and any nursing instruction or assistance provided to private agency nurses
  • Maintain accurate written and/or electronic data and reports
  • May provide nursing input to Planning and Support Teams (PST)
  • Assist with the review of investigations related to nursing/medical issues; participate in the DDS Regional Nurse On-Call System for Public Programs
  • At times, duties may include providing temporary assistance with nursing/medical needs and assessments for individuals assigned to DDS Public Programs , Individual Family Support (IFS) or Community Companion Homes (CCH)
  • The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) is a member of the Regional Mortality Review Committee, responsible for reviewing nursing/medical/residential records of deceased persons to address concerns and improve care and outcomes for all individuals served by DDS
  • The CNC attends and may contribute to the regional Private Sector Nurses’ quarterly meetings and Public Program Nurses’ monthly meetings
  • Additional information can be found here

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of nursing principles and clinical therapeutic models of individual care with emphasis on interdisciplinary team approaches; knowledge of individual treatment planning including impact of medical insurance program requirements for reimbursement; knowledge of structure of services for individuals and their families in institutional and community oriented settings; knowledge of aftercare facilities; considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of professional nursing experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the level of Head Nurse working with the type of individuals serviced by the facility.

DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES: One (1) year of the General Experience must have been providing consultation and evaluating the assessment of nursing services provided to individuals with intellectual disabilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following:
  • Experience working with the medical and behavioral needs of individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities across the life span
  • Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism
  • Experience with clinical documentation including documenting events in writing
  • Experience working in community and family home settings and coordinating in home supports   
  • Experience reviewing health information and formulating reports based on that information
  • Experience utilizing Microsoft Office products including, Outlook, Word, Excel and TEAMS  
  • Experience communicating in writing and verbally with individuals of varying populations and skill levels

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  1. Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license as a registered 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.





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