Gilead - Regisitered Nurse (RN) Flexible Day Shift Hours

Gilead Community Services, Inc.; Clinton (CT); On-site; USD 55,586 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarship and professional dev.

Hands-on learning and mentorship

Paid training and CPR

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Gilead Community Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced RN for a 35-hour day shift residential nursing role split between our Clinton, CT program and Old Saybrook, CT adolescent program.

The Program Nurse advocates for wellbeing and stability, oversees health-related medical care, and coordinates with non-medical staff. Requirements include RN license in CT, BSN preferred, five years in mental health/substance use, valid driver’s license, and CNCS in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with CT licensure.
• Five years in mental health or addictions field preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred for clinical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provided clinical knowledge on severe mental health and substance use disorders.
• Coordinate medical and psychiatric care with MDs and pharmacies.
• Oversee health-related care and crisis intervention within residential programs.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Crisis intervention

Pharmacology

Health assessments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

CT RN licensure

Job description

Established in 1968, Gilead has over 50 years of experience providing the highest quality services that support each person’s recovery from mental health or substance use challenges in their lives. Gilead empowers personal growth, independence and recovery through improved mental health, physical well‑being, and community integration. Gilead’s supportive and collaborative services are marked by excellence, compassion, innovation, and integrity.

Gilead is looking for an experienced RN to fill a 35-hour a day shift residential nursing role split between our Clinton, CT adult residential support program and Old Saybrook, CT adolescent residential program. The Program Nurse is responsible for ensuring and advocating for the well‑being and stability of individuals through the support of non‑medical staff members. The RN also oversees health‑related medical care and pharmacological issues. Applicants must demonstrate competence in and knowledge of community treatment, psychopharmacology, and crisis intervention.

This is a non‑union position and pays $40.35 - $45.00 per hour dependent on level of education and experience

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse, preferably with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program.
• Connecticut licensure for Registered Nurse required. Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Clinical Specialist in Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing preferred.
• Five years of experience in the mental health and/or addictions field.
• Must maintain and provide proof of valid driver’s license and automobile insurance in good standing.

Benefits

• Scholarship and professional development opportunities
• Hands‑on learning experience and mentorship
• Paid training, education, and certification as necessary (including CPR training)
• Opportunities for growth within Gilead

Responsibilities

• Providing clinical knowledge regarding severe and prolonged mental health and substance abuse disorders as well as medical knowledge related to health and well‑being
• Supporting the Program Director in leading an effective program through clinical services and best practice models of care
• Maintaining contact with MDs (i.e., psychiatrists, PCPs, specialists, etc.) to coordinate medical and psychiatric care of individuals
• Working closely with pharmacies to facilitate proper pharmaceutical care
• Providing guidance and peer‑support regarding medical care in their respective program
• Conducting Health Histories, Health Assessments, and medical evaluations of clients’ emergent medical issues
• Making appropriate community referrals based on assessments and evaluations to meet clients’ basic health needs
• Providing ongoing medical education to case managers informally and in training formats
• Ensuring proper orientation, training, and management of the medication self‑administration system
• Completing all required documentation electronically and on paper in a timely manner
• Acting with compassion, integrity, and ethics

Gilead employees are held to standards and regulations set by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and other regulatory bodies. These standards and regulations are outlined in Gilead’s “Standards of Conduct” policy. It’s important that these standards and regulations are met through all duties performed, outcomes achieved, and conditions kept within the organization.

We support equality for and advancement of all people, based on their qualifications and actions alone, without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin or disability.

Our company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to [e-mail]. We will make every effort to accommodate your needs in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to accessibility and inclusion.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.