Advanced Nurse Practitioner (40 Hour)

State of Connecticut - DMHAS Whiting Forensic Hospital; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiting Forensic Hospital in Middletown, CT is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to provide ambulatory and inpatient care, including assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning for medically complex patients. The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a hazardous duty setting.

The ideal candidate will hold an APRN license, possess required registrations, and participate in ongoing professional development within a state hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) issued by the state.
• Must possess and maintain Connecticut Controlled Substance Registration for Practitioners.
• Must possess and maintain United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive advanced nursing treatments and health care services, including assessments and prescribing medications.
• Lead urgent care and code situations as needed.
• Deliver medical and psychiatric care to medically complex patients.
• Conduct patient education on diagnosis and treatment plans.
• Consult with clinical staff to optimize assessment methods and treatment plans.
• Serve as liaison between the hospital and community health providers.

Skills

Advanced nursing principles

Pharmacology

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Clinical assessment

Medical diagnosis

Medication prescribing

Job description

Introduction

We are looking for an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to make an impact and advance your career? Join us and be part of a revolutionary team shaping the future!

THE POSITION

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now hiring for an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to join their team! This position will be responsible for ambulatory services inpatient care throughout Whiting Forensic Hospital. Please note: this position is Hazardous Duty.

HIGHLIGHTS

• FACILITY: Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH)
• LOCATION: Middletown, CT
• UNIT: Ambulatory Care Services
• SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week, First Shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
• POSITION NUMBER: 154908

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

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• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Hazardous Duty pension plan (State Employees Retirement System Tier IV)
• Retire in 25 years - with pension & healthcare benefits
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

Support ongoing patient care needs of medically complex patients; Assess, diagnose and treat the complex problems of patients; Conduct treatment planning, patient education, and function as community liaison while assisting patients in obtaining medical and psychiatric stability.

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. Whiting Forensic Hospital specializes in providing inpatient services to individuals involved in the criminal justice system or are not yet ready to be safely treated in less restrictive settings. Services are provided to individuals who are admitted via Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB) commitment, criminal court order for restoration of competency to stand trial, civil commitment, or transfer from the Department of Correction. Discharge options are dependent on legal status and the purpose of admission. The hospital consists of 91 maximum security beds and 138 enhanced security beds.

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 to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency health care delivery system, this class is accountable for independently assessing, evaluating an individual’s health care status and developing a treatment plan to manage health problems and promote health maintenance and providing consultation services to optimize services provided and effect system changes.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Provides comprehensive advanced nursing treatments and/or health care services to individuals including clinical assessments, treatments, diagnosing medical conditions, assessing emergencies, ordering, analyzing and interpreting results of diagnostic studies, prescribing medication and monitoring responses to medications and adjusting accordingly, making appropriate referrals to specialists;
• Leads cardiac arrest codes and documents medical and/or psychiatric care;
• Performs specialized duties in providing medical and psychiatric care to a variety of individuals including hospitalized and ambulatory individuals with acute and chronic conditions;
• Provides individual psychotherapy;
• Educates individuals regarding diagnosis and treatment;
• Assesses the effectiveness of health and/or psychiatric care services;
• Consults with clinical staff regarding assessment methods and treatment plans;
• Assists regional and/or central office staff in determining need for contractual health services;
• Provides direction to staff on appropriate health record documentation;
• Functions as liaison between agency and community health care providers;
• Prepares reports on health services, problems and investigations;
• Participates in quality assurance and other clinical committees as needed;
• Assists families and other groups in understanding medical and/or psychiatric needs of clients serviced by agency;
• Participates as a member of multi-disciplinary evaluation team;
• May provide training to nursing and paraprofessional staff;
• May complete home assessments for safety;
• May participate in investigations of abuse and/or neglect;
• May testify in court;
• May direct agency clinic services;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of advanced nursing principles and treatments;
• Relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
• Knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and practices, treatment modalities and concepts of community programs;
• Substance abuse issues as they relate to individuals overall health and/or psychiatric status and course of treatment;
• State, federal and local health care agencies and programs;
• Pharmacology as it relates to advanced nursing practice;
• Considerable interpersonal skills;
• Oral and written communication skills;
• Clinical assessment and evaluation skills;
• Ability to examine, diagnose, assess and treat individuals requiring health care services;
• Interpret diagnostic tests;
• Prescribe appropriate medications and other treatments;
• Utilize computer software;
• Administrative ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse issued by the Connecticut Department of Public Health.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain Connecticut Controlled Substance Registration for Practitioners issued by the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
• Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain United States Drug Enforcement Administration Registration issued by the United States Federal Government.
• Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. 1320a-7b(f).
• Incumbents in this class are required to possess and maintain relevant registration(s) and/or certification(s).
• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain patients/offenders and may have some exposure to infectious and/or communicable diseases and 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.