Regional Registered Nurse (RN) Lead

Generations Family Health Center; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical insurance

CME stipend

401(k) retirement plan

Malpractice insurance

Loan repayment - Nurse Corps

Job summary

Generations Family Health Center in Willimantic, CT, seeks a Regional RN Lead to act as a senior clinical resource across GFHC sites. The role provides direct patient care for about 80% of scheduled time and supports nursing practice standardization, onboarding, competency development, and quality initiatives for about 20% of time.

You'll lead efforts to standardize nursing practices, support vaccine program oversight, and drive workflow improvements across Willimantic and Norwich locations, in

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Connecticut.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• BSN preferred, ambulatory care experience preferred.
• Ability to work across multiple sites and coordinate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and clinical coverage.
• Support nursing practice standardization and onboarding.
• Coordinate quality initiatives and workflow improvements.
• Assist with vaccine program oversight and inventory.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BSN preferred

2-year degree

Tools

EHR systems

Vaccine management

Infection control

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: GEN Willimantic - Willimantic, CT, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Nurse, Regional Registered Nurse (RN) Lead

Full Time | 40 hours per week

Locations: Willimantic & Norwich, CT

Make a Difference. Advance Community Health. Achieve Work Life Balance.

Are you a Registered Nurse who wants to practice meaningful patient care without the burnout of hospital shifts? At Generations Family Health Center, our RNs play a vital role in improving the health and well being of individuals and families in our community.

Generations is a non profit, regional Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has proudly served eastern Connecticut since 1984. We provide comprehensive primary care, behavioral health, oral health, and case management services, primarily to medically underserved populations. Our nurses are respected clinical partners who practice at the top of their license in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.

Job Summary:

The Regional RN Lead serves as a senior clinical resource and support leader across assigned GFHC sites. This position provides direct patient care and clinical coverage for approximately eighty percent (80%) of scheduled work time and supports nursing practice standardization, onboarding, competency development, quality initiatives, and workflow improvement for approximately twenty percent (20%) of scheduled work time.

Why You’ll Love Working at Generations:

• Mostly daytime, weekday schedule - no overnights
• Generous paid time off
• Work-Life balance
• Build long-term relationships with patients and families
• Supportive, team-based care model
• Meaningful work that directly impacts your community
• Practice with a high level of autonomy, independently manage nursing visits
• Mission-driven organization that values nursing expertise and compassion

Clinical Responsibilities:

Clinical responsibilities include direct patient care, triage, clinical support to clinicians, nursing interventions, patient education, care coordination, and assistance with maintaining efficient daily clinic operations. The Regional RN Lead provides clinical coverage during staffing vacancies, leaves of absence, periods of increased patient volume, and other operational needs as assigned.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Administrative responsibilities include supporting new employee onboarding and preceptorship, assisting with nursing competency validation, conducting workflow observations, supporting quality improvement initiatives, assisting with implementation of clinical policies and procedures, promoting adherence to evidence-based nursing practices, and serving as a resource for nursing staff across all assigned locations. The Regional RN Lead will also support vaccine program oversight and serve as a designated primary or backup Vaccine Coordinator, as assigned. Responsibilities include maintaining current knowledge of immunization schedules, vaccine storage and handling requirements, and applicable state and federal vaccine program requirements; supporting vaccine inventory and compliance activities; participating in vaccine program audits and site reviews; and assisting with implementation of state and organizational vaccine initiatives.

Schedule & Compensation:

• Hourly Rate: $36.75-$40.95/hour (based on applicable experience)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts; occasional evenings and one Saturday per month may be required based on operational needs

Benefits:

• 5 weeks of paid time off
• 9 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
• CME days plus CME stipend
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Voluntary Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• FSA & DCA options
• Eligibility for federal loan repayment programs – Nurse Corps

Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Connecticut.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) / Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in ambulatory care, primary care, community health, or medical office setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of outpatient clinical workflows, infection prevention and control practices, laboratory and point-of-care testing procedures, vaccine management, and general regulatory/compliance standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and support day-to-day clinical operations across multiple sites.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate clinical initiatives, and support workflow implementation in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Experience with staff onboarding, clinical support, workflow guidance, vaccine inventory coordination, and/or competency assistance preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR), standing orders, and outpatient clinical procedures preferred.
• Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health setting preferred.

Location:

Willimantic & Norwich, CT

Closing date:

CLOSING DATE: Candidate screening will begin immediately until filled.

Generations Family Health Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not engage in discrimination, show preference, or permit harassment.

EOE