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JOB TITLE: Registered Nurse Coordinator
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 40 hrs/week
SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday 5AM-3PM weekend on call as scheduled
PROGRAM/LOCATION: DOC Cybulski, Enfield
PC#: 2328
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
To be a member of the core team responsible for the provision of Medication Assisted Treatment to the inmate population within Department of Correction facilities.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
Duties & Responsibilities
- Recruit, hire, train, and support nurses and medical assistant staff across community OTP clinics, correctional facilities, and mobile van-based services.
- Develop, implement, and update policies and procedures for nursing and medical assistant functions, including dispensing, diversion control, toxicology, phlebotomy, and the management of internal and external medical records.
- Establish, monitor, and train staff on protocols for the secure delivery, stocking, storage, and ordering of medications for Opioid Use Disorder (Methadone, Buprenorphine, Vivitrol).
- Coordinate medical treatment with DOC Addictions and Medical Staff, ensuring timely communication regarding client progress, dose changes, inductions, and referrals.
- Collaborate with Medical Practitioners (APRN, MD) to support client care, including medical assessments, monitoring withdrawal and medication response, and addressing urgent medical needs.
- Provide supervision, coaching, and performance management of nursing and medical assistant staff, including evaluations, improvement plans, and progressive discipline when required.
- Work closely with the Clinical Program Director, participating in treatment team meetings and providing consultation on medical and clinical integration.
- Participate in joint oversight and coordination meetings with DOC and CHR leadership to ensure effective service delivery across all programs.
- Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulatory bodies (DEA, DPH, NCCHC) as well as internal organizational policies and quality standards.
- Promote continuous quality improvement (CQI) by identifying opportunities to enhance workflows, safety, and patient outcomes across OTP programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Nursing education sufficient to receive licensure on CT.
Experience: Experience in Opioid Treatment Program.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current RN license in the State of Connecticut required, Certification in CPR, and must have a valid driver’s license.
Why Join CHR?
Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!
- Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
- Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
- Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
- Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!
And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)
COMPENSATION*:
$77,885.60 min- $116,828.19 max
*Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)
CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
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