Supervising Nurse (40 Hour)

Introduction

Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference?� Are you looking to take the next step in your career?� If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity! The�State of Connecticut,�Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is seeking a qualified individual to join our team as a�Supervising Nurse. This position will support our facilities and grounds operations for our�92-acre�campus in Rocky Hill. Find out more information on this great opportunity below! POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: Work Schedule:�Full-Time (40 Hour), Monday - Friday, First Shift (6:30 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.), Rotating weekends Should you be invited for an interview, the schedule will be discussed in detail. Location:�Rocky Hill, CT PCN: 3059 WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU: Visit our�new�State Employee Benefits Overview�page! Professional growth and development opportunities A healthy�work/life balance! Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best 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! WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;� Provide support 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; and� Work together in a collaborative team environment.� MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY AND FACILITIES: For over 140 years, the Department of Veterans Affairs has been caring for its Veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in 'serving those who have served.' This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services. The DVA has supported Connecticut Veterans and continues this tradition with Residential and Healthcare programming on our campus in Rocky Hill. There are two paths for residency at the DVA: Residential Facility: offers temporary, supportive living with programming designed to return Connecticut Veterans to independent living in the community; Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center: a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers long-term care for Veterans with chronic, disabling conditions who require 24-hour assistance. Start with Us!�Stay with Us!�Grow with Us!

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:� Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!� Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process.� FOR THOSE WHO HOLD A RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT 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. 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:� 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 helpful Interview Preparation Guide to 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 at www.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 Nicole Frascatore via Nicole.Frascatore@ct.gov. 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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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility in a Long-Term Care setting. Experience utilizing Department of Public Health and Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services regulations in a Long-Term Care facility.�� Experience working with the Veteran population.

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.

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.

Salary : $99,806 - $133,911