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Forensic Nurse Specialist- LPN: DOC Cybulski-Per Diem- 6428
Community Health Resources
Enfield (CT)
On-site
USD 80,000 - 100,000
Part time
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Job summary
A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Forensic Nurse Specialist (LPN) for a per diem position at the DOC Cybulski program in Enfield, CT. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering Medication Assisted Treatment to inmates, ensuring compliance with health standards while working with corrections staff. This opportunity offers a flexible schedule and emphasizes the importance of patient care and team collaboration.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Nursing education for LPN; experience in OTP preferred.
- License Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse license for Per Diem positions.
- Successful completion of Department of Correction Background checks.
Responsibilities
- Provide Medication Assisted Treatment for inmates.
- Perform ongoing evaluation of patients’ response to treatment.
- Prepare individual medication doses as ordered by a physician.
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Education
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JOB TITLE: Forensic Nurse Specialist - LPN
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Per Diem
SCHEDULED HOURS: Varies (flexible 4:45AM-10AM Sun-Sat)
PROGRAM/LOCATION: DOC Cybulski, Enfield, CT
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
To be a member of the core team responsible for the provision of Medication Assisted Treatment to the
inmate population within Department of Correction facilities.
Responsible to:
- Provide Medication Assisted Treatment for inmates with substance use or co-occurring disorders.
- Function in collaboration with CHR OTP team, Department of Corrections Safety and Security
providing daily
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform ongoing evaluation of patients’ response to treatment, including assessment of withdrawal symptoms, vital signs.
- Prepare individual medication doses as ordered by a physician.
- Provide dosing for all three FDA approved Medications for Opioid Use Disorder.
- Responsible to accurately input data into the electronic health record, including medicationspecific software and behavioral health record.
- Execute the medical and medication regimen of care as ordered by the physician.
- Provide services in Department of Correction facilities.
- Coordinate admission and discharge documentation.
- Monitor toxicology screens, document results, and prepared results for laboratory.
- Adhere to the standards for Medication Assisted Treatment as outlined by DPH, DMHAS, National Commission on Correctional Healthcare, D.E.A., and the U.S. Federal Government.
- Monitor medication stock and ordering as described in CHR policies and all regulatory bodies.
- Provide medication injections as ordered by APRN or MD.
- Communicate with team members and Medical Doctor regarding patient status and progress.
- Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
- Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
- Additional duties as required.
Education: Nursing education for LPN; for Per Diem LPN or RN.
Experience: Nursing experience on OTP preferred, not required.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: License Practical Nurse for full-time position, LPN or Registered
Nurse license for Per Diem positions successful completion of Department of Correction Background
checks.
Why Join CHR?
Award-Winning Workplace:
- Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!
- Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
- Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
- Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
- Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
- Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
- FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
- Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
- Annual wellness stipend.
- FREE 24/7 confidential counseling sessions and a FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
- Fun activities like virtual bring-your-pet-to-work lunches, weekly yoga, coloring contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
- Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
- Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
- Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
COMPENSATION RANGE*:
$30.00
- Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
- Seniority levelEntry level
- Employment typePart-time
- Job functionHealth Care Provider
- IndustriesMental Health Care
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