Registered Nurse

Vinfen; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vinfen is seeking a Nurse Educator/Consultant to collaborate with clinicians on health promotion, medication administration, and crisis management for persons served. The role includes MAP consulting, MAC training, and interagency liaison.

The position requires RN licensure, continuing education, and the ability to provide patient-centered education and supervision. A BSN is preferred and driving may be required.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of nursing experience; some cases may substitute academic training.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; BSN preferred.
• Must drive as needed with valid license and vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Functions as Medication Administration Program Consultant at assigned Vinfen sites.
• Trains staff to receive MAC Certification.
• Monitors adherence to medication policies and regulations.
• Reviews MAC-related policies and reports; retrains staff as needed.
• Provides 24/7 on-call nursing coverage on a rotating schedule.
• Completes Vinfen Health Assessments at intake and as needed.
• Educates staff and persons served on medical and psychiatric issues.
• Liaises with EOHHS/DPH and MAC Coordinators; engages community providers.

Skills

Independent work

Time management

Nursing ethics

Teaching skills

Cultural sensitivity

Confidentiality

Community resources

Empowerment

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BSN preferred

Job description

Functions as a nurse educator and consultant in collaboration with other clinicians regarding health promotion and maintenance, medication administration, and acute and chronic medical/psychiatric crisis management for persons served.

The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below:

• Functions in role of Medication Administration Program Consultant (as described in MAP Consultant description in Vinfen MAP Policy & Procedure Manual) to assigned sites.
• Trains staff to receive MAC Certification.
• Monitors program adherence to medication administration policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Reviews medication policies and occurrence reports.
• Performs regular reviews at site(s) regarding implementation of MAC.
• Retrains staff in MAP procedures, as needed and documents accordingly.
• Serves as liaison to EOHHS/DPH and funding agency MAC Coordinators.
• Provides 24/7 on-call nursing coverage to assigned sites on a rotating schedule.
• Completes Vinfen Health Assessment of persons served at intake and as needed with regard to medical and psychiatric conditions.
• Provides relevant education and training to program staff regarding medical and psychiatric issues for new persons served to provide successful admission to Vinfen program.
• Provides education, consultation, and training to staff and persons served regarding changes in health status, health promotion, and maintenance.
• Identifies, develops, and enhances relationships with community resources for persons served.
• Works as a liaison between Vinfen and community health care providers to promote access to community resources and quality urgent and routine medical/dental care.
• Attends case conferences and internal and external clinical and divisional related meetings, as necessary.
• Contributes to the development of support/treatment plans for person’s served for medical and psychiatric issues.
• Provides staff education, consultation, and training related to medical care management for persons served during a pandemic, state of emergency, or natural disaster.
• Demonstrates best nursing practice and meets state requirement of continuing educational to maintain RN licensure and certifications.
• Maintains current knowledge base of human service issues and trends as related to psychiatric, medical, and rehabilitation issues.
• Provides direct nursing care to persons served, as needed.
• Provides clinical supervision to LPNs, as necessary or assigned.
• Perform other related duties, as required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of time management skills
• Knowledge of professional code of ethics and best nursing practice
• Participatory skills, collaborative skills, teaching skills, leadership skills
• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
• Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, community, and other resources
• Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
• Knowledge of participatory planning techniques
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques

Qualifications:

Typical Requirements:

Three to five years' experience in nursing; in some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training.

Preferred /Required Education:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; BSN preferred.

Driving Requirements:

May be called on to drive for Vinfen using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. A valid driver’s license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver’s license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver’s screening background check. If driving, must maintain a safe driving record, which is subject to annual checks. If using a personal vehicle, must possess and maintain adequate insurance.

Required Certifications:

• CPR is required within two weeks of hire
• Safety Care is required within 60 days of hire