Nurse

Introduction Are you interested in a career where you can make a difference in the lives of children and their families in Connecticut? If so, we invite you to take this opportunity to join our team! The State of Connecticut, including the partnership between the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and UConn Health is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Nurse Consultant to join the team at John Dempsey Hospital's Solnit South Campus in the Quality and Training Department. In this role, the Nurse Consultant will play a critical role in evaluating compliance with state and federal regulations, lead nursing training to ensure best practices are followed, and assist with policy development related to nursing standards of practice. This position will make a significant impact on the lives of young adults, ensuring that our staff is equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality care. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in providing exceptional care and leadership in a psychiatric healthcare setting. The ideal candidate will have a valid RN license and experience in a healthcare environment, ideally including work in psychiatric facilities. A thorough understanding of state and federal healthcare regulations is essential, along with outstanding communication and leadership abilities. This role requires expertise in implementing effective training and development programs and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of care, safety, and compliance. The position is strictly on-site, with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Schedule flexibility may be needed in order to meet the needs of the agency. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in a team-oriented environment, we would love to hear from you! As a Nurse Consultant, you will: Develop and provide clinical education, orientation, and professional development Conduct ongoing quality assurance activities related to accreditation and compliance Develop and revise educational materials, policies, procedures, and standards of practice Assess quality and safety of care; support corrective-action education following clinical or regulatory findings Participate in approved continuing education programs and share knowledge with leadership and other disciplines Supervise learning experiences of staff in programs. Act as a role model by demonstrating and guiding professional behaviors. Prepare and submit reports as required. Protect human and civil rights of patients and staff. Participate in committees and the recruitment process. New! Connecticut has joined the Nurse Licensure Compact effective October1,2025. Visit Nurse Licensure Compact for more details. Position Highlights: Middletown, CT Full-time | 40 Hours per week | 1st Shift Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Schedule flexibility may be needed in order to meet the needs of the agency. What we can offer you: View our State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities. A healthy work-life balance to all employees! The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after10years of service. Click here for more information. Our Mission: At DCF our mission is partnering with communities and empowering families to raise resilient children who thrive. We are proud of our diverse and dedicated workforce who strive every day to meet the needs of those we encounter. Currently we are seeking individuals who are looking to advance their career and make a difference. AboutUs: JohnDempseyHospital (JDH) in Middletown, CT is widely recognized as a center of excellence for family-centered treatment of children and youth with serious emotional disturbances. This state-administered Psychiatric facility and hospital provides comprehensive care to children and adolescents under the age of eighteen, with severe mental illness and related behavioral and emotional problems who cannot be safely assessed or treated in a less restrictive setting. UConn Health and the Department of Children and Families share in the mission to provide caring, healing, and teaching at the Solnit South Campus and to partner with children, families, and communities to build hope and create opportunities. We believe that: Children and adolescents with serious emotional disorders can lead productive and satisfying lives. Children, youth, and their families have the right and responsibility to participate in their treatment. No child will be refused treatment based on their ability to pay for services. Our services work best when integrated with community care. About the State of Connecticut: Living in Connecticut allows you to live with mountains, forests, ocean fronts, rivers, and a wonderful green countryside right at your doorstep. The state has charm, elegance, and a high standard of living. Our school systems offer an outstanding education, and our communities are among the safest in the country. Connecticut experiences all four seasons and gives you the option to choose living in sophisticated country-life or living in the center of a lively city. Purpose of Job Class (Nature of Work) 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. Examples of Duties 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. Knowledge, Skill and Ability 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. Minimum Qualifications – General Experience Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a position involving supervision, consultation, education or administration. NOTE: Administrative capacity is interpreted as having managerial responsibility in setting and implementing policies, carrying out program planning, and evaluating and coordinating special projects, etc. in the area specified in the appropriate parenthetical title. Consultative capacity is interpreted as the providing of professional expert nursing advice to other than subordinate staff on major programmatic issues in the area specified in the appropriate parenthetical title. Educational capacity is interpreted as experience in a full time professional educational position instructing professional nurses in a formalized program or teaching students in an undergraduate or graduate nursing program in the area specified in the appropriate parenthetical title. Supervisory capacity is interpreted as having administrative supervision of registered nurses or other professional staff. Minimum Qualifications – Special Experience Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in the area of pediatric nursing. Minimum Qualifications – Substitutions Allowed 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. Preferred Qualifications Experience providing education, staff development, or clinical training in a healthcare setting, including developing and delivering competency-based education for registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, or direct care staff. Experience developing, revising, or implementing nursing policies, procedures, or standards of practice. Special Requirements Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current license as a Registered Nurse in ConnecticutOR 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. Conclusion The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Acknowledgement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr