Nurse Consultant (Children and Families) (37.5 Hour)

FOR THOSE WHO HOLD AN RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND DO NOT HOLD A MULTISTATE OR COMPACT REGISTERED NURSING LICENSE, AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE:

1. Review the eligibility and documentation requirements for CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license;
2. Complete a CT DPH online application online (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners’ grouping, select ‘Registered Nurse’ and then ‘Start’;
3. Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s :  Nursys® System.  To send verification of your license(s) to CT, read and agree to the terms, enter your biographic information, select your license type and select ‘SEARCH’.  Review the results and select the ‘Next’ button.  Check the box next to  ‘Connecticut’ and complete the transaction.   Once the transaction is completed, you will receive a confirmation email from Nursys and the verification will be available to the DPH.  Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through Nursys.  Please contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification.

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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, 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:

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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.

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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 at Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov.

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In the Department of Children and Families this class is accountable for applying professional nursing knowledge in the enforcement, inspection, licensure, consultation and implementation or assessment of the nursing service component of health care programs and facilities.

• Implements, coordinates, and evaluates activities of assigned programs or health care services;
• Maintains active liaison with and serves as nursing consultant to other sections, divisions, health care providers and public;
• Assesses safety and quality of client care provided;
• Assesses compliance of health insurance companies with various state statutes, regulations and guidelines;
• In a central office assignment or region-wide basis, plans, reviews, and evaluates the coordination, assessment and monitoring of health services to DCF children;
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures related to health and wellness/nursing standards of practice;
• Provides consultation to community hospitals, medical facilities, community providers, schools, foster parents, other state agencies and the court system regarding the health needs of DCF children;
• Provides consultation to Careline Special Investigations Unit on medical investigations of abuse and neglect;
• Develops nursing and individual professional development/trainings;
• May review all multidisciplinary evaluations, including the child’s medical, dental, developmental, behavioral health and trauma needs, including consents for surgeries/medical procedures and/or medically complex cases;
• May have oversight and coordination of children’s health plans;
• May have oversight of state-wide health trainings, health programs, contracts and health initiatives;
• May develop, provide and monitor health trainings to DCF caregivers, staff, community providers and youth;
• May inspect and evaluate health care and psychiatric facilities for compliance with state and federal regulations including licensure and certification laws;
• Performs related duties as required.

• Considerable knowledge of
  • nursing treatment, trends and resources for pediatric health issues;
  • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
  • principles and practices of nursing care administration and education for a variety of specialties with varied settings;
  • principles and practices pertinent to community processes;
• Knowledge of
  • state, federal and local health agencies and programs;
  • nursing education and skill in techniques of teaching;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to
  • plan, implement and evaluate programs;
  • collect and analyze data.

Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a position involving supervision, consultation, education or administration.

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in the area of pediatric nursing.

• A Bachelor's degree in nursing may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience.
• A Master's degree in health services administration, nursing or public health may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

• Experience in settings that care for children and youth with complex medical needs.
• Experience providing consultation to community hospitals and community stakeholders regarding the health needs of children.
• Experience providing oversight and coordination of children's health plans.

• Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current license as a Registered Nurse in Connecticut OR hold a Multistate or Compact Registered Nurse license.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess certification as an Insurance Rehabilitation Specialist or be eligible for certification as an Insurance Rehabilitation Specialist.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

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.

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.