Introduction

Lead with Compassion - Become a Supervising Nurse! TheState of ConnecticutDepartment of Mental Health and Addiction Services(DMHAS)is now hiring a Supervising Nurse. In this nursing leadership role, you'll supervise clinical staff, ensure quality patient care, and support on their recovery journey. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with supervisory experience in behavioral health and substance use treatment. Apply today to grow your career in public health nursing! POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: FACILITY:Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH) DIVISION:Addiction Services Division (ASD) - Middletown Campus LOCATION:Middletown, CT SCHEDULE:Full-time (40 hours weekly), Second shift, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM , with the following rotating days off: WEEK 1: Saturday, Sunday WEEK 2: Friday, Tuesday POSITION NUMBER:25586 WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Explore our comprehensiveState Employee Benefits Overviewto see what we offer Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on bothAmerica's Best Employers by StateandBest Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers. Enjoy endless opportunities forprofessional growth and development Embrace ahealthywork/life balancetailored to all employees DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO: Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve Assist our clients so they can achieve success Make a difference in the public sector Work together in a collaborative team environment ABOUT US: 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. ABOUT THE FACILITY: Established in 1868, CVH serves as the State's premier public hospital for mental health treatment. As the largest facility within DMHAS, it features 17 inpatient units across Middletown and Hartford campuses, encompassing general psychiatry and addiction services. CVH offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care, substance abuse treatment, and specialized services for pregnant women and individuals with dual diagnoses. Specialties include geriatric and special services, an integrated mental health network for older adults, and young adult services. Additionally, CVH houses the Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) program, addressing survivors' needs through community reintegration, independent living skills development, vocational and educational training, psychiatric assessments, speech and physical rehabilitation, and individual and family counseling. Please note: A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere toConnecticut’s Policy for a Drug Free Workplace. START WITH US. STAY WITH US. GROW WITH US.

Selection Plan

FOR THOSE WHO HOLD A RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE: Review theeligibility and documentation requirementsfor CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license; Complete aCT DPH online applicationonline (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners’ grouping, select ‘Registered Nurse’ and then ‘Start’; Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s :NursysSystem. 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. FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out ourApplicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit ourApplicant Reference Libraryfor additional support throughout the recruitment process. 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:PerPublic 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 emailingDAS.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: Theonly wayto 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: Referral Questions:This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview:Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpfulInterview Preparation Guideto make the best impression! Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. 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 atwww.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP: 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 Alyssa Hovanec atAlyssa.Hovanec@ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for supervising nursing staff engaged in professional nursing activities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Plans, organizes and directs health services for an assigned program, unit(s), facility or geographical area; Ensures that goals, objectives and work performed are consistent with standards and that quality care is provided to individuals; Provides clinical guidance to nursing staff; Selects, develops, motivates and evaluates staff; Conducts performance evaluations; Monitors the quality of documentation, records and other information concerning services and care; Ensures that resources are available to provide quality services; Participates in the development of policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services; Participates in the development of long-range plans for health care programs; Acts as a liaison with other units, agencies and outside organizations; Prepares, analyzes and evaluates reports and other information concerning the delivery of services; Responds to psychiatric or medical emergencies; May physically restrain individuals; May oversee all nursing operations in the absence of the Director of Nursing; Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply nursing principles, clinical therapeutic models, and standards of nursing; specialized individual care in the assigned nursing areas; current medications, their actions, interactions, uses and side effects; and sensitivity to cultural and socio-economic differences; and ability to apply family systems theory; procedures and protocols of applicable accrediting institutions; Knowledge of management and administrative principles and human resource development strategies; Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Considerable ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with other professionals, community resources and providers; encourage and facilitate cooperation, pride, trust and group identity to foster commitment and team work; provide leadership and guidance in developing and maintaining nursing standards and enhancing health care systems for the delivery of essential services; respond to crises’ and emergencies; use professional judgment to identify areas for improvement and participate in development of quality initiatives; Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse in a hospital, regional, institutional or psychiatric setting.

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 nursing may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current license or temporary permit to practice professional nursing in Connecticut. Incumbents in this class may be required to be fluent in a foreign language or proficient in the use of the American Sign Language in certain designated positions. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals; may have some exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to 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.

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.