Head Nurse at State of Connecticut Executive Branch

University of the District of Columbia; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare agency in Connecticut is seeking a Head Nurse to join the General Psychiatry Division at Connecticut Valley Hospital. This full-time role involves overseeing nursing staff, coordinating care, and ensuring effective treatment in a collaborative environment focused on patient health and wellness. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and is essential for delivering quality patient care.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Dynamic job market

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Must hold a Registered Nurse license.
• Experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Strong leadership and patient care skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing staff and coordinate patient care.
• Ensure effective treatment for individuals in need.
• Support a team dedicated to improving patient lives.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

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The State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is hiring a Head Nurse to provide leadership and support in delivering quality patient care. In this role, you will oversee nursing staff, coordinate care, and ensure effective treatment for individuals in need. Read below to learn more!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• FACILITY: Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH)
• DIVISION: General Psychiatry Division (GPD)
• UNIT: Battell 2 North
• LOCATION: Middletown, CT
• SCHEDULES: Full-time (40 hours weekly), First shift (7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.), every other weekend
• 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.
• Enjoy endless opportunities for professional growth and development
• 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.

ABOUT THE UNIT:

Battell 2 North is an acute general psychiatric treatment unit with a maximum census of twenty-two patients. The unit provides psychiatric treatment and stabilization for individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness, with the goal of discharge to the community in the most integrated setting possible.

Please note:

• A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.