Director Of Nursing 2 Hybrid | 40 Hours #260818-2759MP-001

Location: Hartford, CT with a hybrid work schedule. Full-time, 40 hours per week, first-shift. Schedule: Monday through Friday, with flexibility for weekly operational needs.

About the Role

The Director of Nursing 2 oversees the medical consultative work in collaboration with the Director of Pediatrics and provides clinical oversight for the agency in the Health Management and Oversight (HMO) Division. This role involves:

• Establishing health regulations, policies, practice, and nursing standards of practice.
• Providing supervisory oversight of DCF’s Health Advocates, who assist with issues related to health insurance.
• Overseeing the establishment and monitoring of congregate care nursing and medication administration guidelines in DCF-licensed facilities.
• Providing nursing consultation, as needed, to DCF staff related to complex medical cases.
• Overseeing multidisciplinary and Child Abuse Providers' contracts.

Responsibilities

• Directs staff and operations of the nursing department.
• Coordinates, plans, and manages nursing activities, including staff assignments.
• Formulates program goals and objectives.
• Develops or assists in the development of related policy incorporating current nursing research and professionally recognized standards.
• Interprets and administers pertinent laws.
• Evaluates staff and prepares or assists in the preparation of the nursing budget.
• Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside the department who might impact program activities.
• Develops or assists in the development and implementation of plans for nursing care.
• Participates in recruitment and retention programs.
• Makes rounds to determine the quality of nursing care.
• Participates in Quality Assurance Programs and ensures optimal quality of provided care in a safe environment.
• Develops and/or implements effective ongoing programs to measure, assess, and improve the quality of nursing care, treatment, and services delivered to patients.
• Develops productive work teams and protects the human and civil rights of patients and/or clients and staff.
• Recommends disciplinary actions and collaborates with clinical instructors for educational programs.
• Represents the hospital and/or facility in meetings of professional and/or community organizations.
• Compiles data and prepares periodic reports.
• Coordinates and provides twenty-four-hour nursing coverage for the facility or assigned unit(s).
• Intervenes in crisis situations and investigates all unusual incidents.
• Leads and participates in meetings; may speak on behalf of nursing.
• May oversee other disciplines including pharmacy, respiratory therapy, or social work.
• May participate in strategic planning and research activities.
• May be a member of standing committees.
• Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview, and selection.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience in an administrative or supervisory capacity in a healthcare or hospital nursing setting as a Registered Nurse.
• Current nursing license from the State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health, or a Multistate/Compact Registered Nurse license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supervising staff and managing team operations.
• Documented clinical consultation and supervisory experience in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of nursing standards and standards of care.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Clinical experience in child and adolescent healthcare.
• Experience with health preventative strategies.
• Experience with contract oversight.

Skills

• Considerable knowledge of nursing principles and practices in an appropriate specialty.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and practices, including strategic planning.
• Understanding of relevant state and federal laws, statutes, regulations, and accreditation guidelines.
• Knowledge of behavioral health nursing, nursing administration, and research procedures as applied to nursing.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Leadership skills and the ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and coordinate high-level activities.

Benefits

• State Employee Retirement System.
• A variety of medical and dental plans.
• Sick and personal leave.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service.
• Opportunities for professional growth and work/life balance.