RN Supervisor

The Bridge Family Center; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven impact

Collaborative culture

Professional growth

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Bridge Family Center is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse Supervisor to oversee medical services for adolescents in Hartford (and Manchester) CT, with supervision of RN activity across multiple residential programs. The role includes coordination of medication administration, training staff, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Travel to various Bridge programs in CT is required. Hours are part of a 30-hour workweek with flexibility to align around program schedules, and an Endorsed

Qualifications

• Must hold RN license and degree.
• BLS certification required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to transport residents.
• Willingness to become Endorsed Instructor for Medication Administration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage medical and health-related services for residents of the group home(s).
• Work with program staff to follow DCF medication administration guidelines.
• Review medical histories and ensure informed consent and releases are in records.
• Develop and document individual care plans and nursing assessments.
• Provide on-site testing, monitor vital signs, and supervise medication administration.

Skills

RN

Adolescent care

BLS certification

Driver's license

Education

RN license

Nursing degree

Tools

Endorsed Instructor for Medication Administration

Job description

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Full Time Hartford, CT, US

Salary Range: $45.00 To $60.00 Hourly

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Bridge Family Center has an opening for a full time Registered Nurse working in two residential programs serving adolescent DCF involved youths. Programs are located in Hartford (primarily) and Manchester, CT (as needed). In addition, this position will provide supervision for and oversight of the RN function of two additional residential programs located in West Hartford and Wolcott, CT.

This is a 30 hour/week position. Hours are flexible and can be structured around your schedule, however hours must have some level of consistency and have some hours that coincide with the program director.

The RN Supervisor will be required to be certified as an Endorsed Instructor for Medication Administration through DCF. This position will work closely with Direct Care program staff in becoming DCF Medication Administration certified.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The Nurse is responsible for coordinating and managing the medical and health related services for the residents of the group home(s). The nurse will work closely with the program staff in following the guidelines of the DCF medication administration program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and familiarize medical histories of each resident.
• Ensure that each case record contains the presence of informed consent for medication and releases of information from doctors.
• The nurse will recommend an individual plan of care for each resident’s health needs.
• Timely completion of all paperwork including Nursing Assessments for STTAR residents within 72 hours.
• Provide additional services, in a respectful and non-judgmental manner, to the residents, including instruction in hygiene, and assistance in the development of daily living skills.
• Monitor responses to medication, vital signs, and blood work.
• Conduct health related groups for the residents.
• Conduct and document quarterly reviews of written policies and procedures relating to all aspects of medication administration and medical services.
• Provide on-site testing and maintain documentation for all staff following a DCF course for medication administration.
• Conduct on-site annual testing to ensure the certified staff are safely administering medication.
• Attend weekly supervision with Director of Residential Services and monthly staff meetings of the programs and other pertinent meetings as designated by the Director of Residential Services.
• Train and certify staff to administer medication per Endorsed Instructor guidelines (once Endorsed Instructor certification is obtained)
• Participate in the agency’s on-call service.
• Supervise all aspects of the medication administration program including:
• Proper storage of medication
• Review current prescription orders
• Review documentation of medication records and medical records
• Review pharmacy labels to ensure that the labels match doctor’s orders
• Track and formulate improvements in those situations where there are medication errors.
• Complete monthly documentation for DCF.
• Provide RN coverage for additional programs on a short-term basis, as needed and as requested.
• Supervise the nursing compliance of other residential programs to ensure documentation is completed and records are maintained in accordance with DCF regulations

WHAT YOU BRING

Qualifications: This position requires a degree and license as a Registered Nurse. The RN Supervisor will have experience working with adolescents from high-risk environments and providing care to adolescent with a history of psychiatric problems. Must have a BLS certificate. The RN Supervisor shall have a valid driver’s license, a safe and roadworthy vehicle and be willing to transport residents in this vehicle as may be necessary from time to time. Travel to different Bridge programs is required. The RN Supervisor will be required to be or become an Endorsed Instructor for Medication Administration.

WHY JOIN THE BRIDGE?

• Mission-driven impact — Your work directly supports programs that serve over 10,000 children and families annually.
• Collaborative, supportive culture — Join a team of 175+ passionate professionals who believe that every child and family has strengths worth building on.
• 55+ years of community trust — Work for an organization with deep roots, a strong reputation, and nationally recognized programs.
• Professional growth — Work alongside experienced leaders
• Comprehensive benefits package for part time staff including 403(b) with match, 19 days of vacation to start (increasing annually for the first 5 years), paid sick time, personal time, 8 paid holidays, and professional development support. As a non-profit organization, we are also eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. All PTO will be pro-rated based on regularly scheduled hours.