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Licensed Practical Nurse (Multiple Positions)

Office/On-Site

Recruitment # 251002-5415HN-001

Location Hartford, CT Middletown, CT

Date Opened 10/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

Salary Please see Selection Plan as hours vary (*New employees start at State minimum)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 10/14/2025 11:59:00 PM

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Are you looking to help your state in a time of need?

Read below and apply today!

THE ROLE:

The State of Connecticut (http://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services ( DMHAS (http://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS) ) is now inviting applications for multiple Licensed Practical Nurse (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=5415HN&R1=&R3=) positions within Connecticut Valley Hospital ( CVH (http://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS/CVH/Agency-Files/CVH---About-CVH) ). We are looking for dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our behavioral health nursing team and enhance the well-being of our patients.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

+ Division: Addiction Services Division (ASD) & General Psychiatry Division (GDP)

+ Hours: Full-Time and/or Part-Time

+ Shifts: First, Second, and Third

+ Address: 1000 Silver Street, Middletown, CT or 500 Vine Street, Hartford, CT (https://www.google.com/maps/dir//500+Vine+St,+Hartford,+CT+06112/@41.5127681,-73.6281673,9z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x89e654c1b601cd91:0x20d82472b1a7ade!2m2!1d-72.6875671!2d41.7964259?entry=ttu)

+ Note: These positions can be assigned any unit/location and work schedule/shift through out ASD, GDP

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

+ Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page;

+ Professional growth and development opportunities;

+ A healthy work/life balance !

*Benefit offerings will vary with part-time positions.

PLEASE NOTE:

+ Health insurance coverage will be limited to those individuals who are regularly scheduled to work at least seventeen and one-half (17-1/2) hours per week.

+ Benefits may vary for specific part-time positions.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: If you would like to schedule a time to speak with a Clinical Leader to learn about a nursing position at DMHAS, please contact [email protected] .

NOTE:

+ Permanent DMHAS employees in the classification of Licensed Practical Nurse should not apply; transfers within DMHAS will be handled through the agency lateral transfer process.

+ Candidates hired from this posting may be initially provided with a temporary assignment; the permanent assignment will be determined within the first six months of employment.

OUR MISSION :

DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

ABOUT THE HOSPITAL:

CVH opened in 1868 as the State’s public hospital for the treatment of persons with mental illness. Throughout its history, it has experienced the multitude of medical, social and political changes affecting such facilities. In 1995, the Governor and General Assembly through a statewide restructuring of services for persons with psychological and addiction disabilities called for a renewed commitment to specialized treatment at CVH by expanding community options for patients and staff while closing two other hospitals and consolidating inpatient services here. The hospital became the amalgamation of four formerly freestanding psychiatric hospitals, four freestanding substance use disorder treatment facilities, and one maximum security hospital. Then in 2010, the former Cedarcrest Regional Hospital (with 2 campuses – Cedar Ridge campus in Newington and Blue Hills campus in Hartford) consolidated services with CVH. On May 1, 2018, the Whiting Forensic Division of CVH separated, creating two separate hospitals; Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH) and Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH). Today, CVH is comprised of 17 inpatient units over two campuses (Middletown and Hartford).

We welcome you to be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals and assist our clients/patients so they can achieve success. You will experience the opportunity to make a difference in the public sector as well as Make an Impa CT as a Licensed Practical Nurse for the State of Connecticut! We encourage you to apply today!

Please note:

+ A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

+ All state employees must adhere to Connecticut’s Policy for a Drug Free Workplace (https://portal.ct.gov/das/-/media/das/statewide-hr/a---z-listing-task-pdfs/drug-free-workplace-policy--february-2016.pdf) .

Start with us. Stay with us. Grow with us.

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!

Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

Please note:

+ Annual salary range* based on weekly hours of position:

+ Part-time hourly: $30.39 - $40.62

+ Full-time salary: $63,443 - $84,813

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

+ Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

+ Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.

+ Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

+ Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

+ Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

+ Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

+ Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

+ Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

+ Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

+ Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

+ The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

+ Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Nicole Frascatore via [email protected].

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state facility this class is accountable for rendering bedside care or mental health services to individuals with physical disabilities and/or an intellectual disability in instances where the services of a registered nurse are not required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Assists doctors and nurses in the general care and treatment of individuals;

+ Measures doses and administers medications including insulin injections;

+ Documents medications using appropriate forms;

+ Performs narcotic counts;

+ Checks and may administer intravenous medications;

+ Reports changes in individuals to doctors;

+ Ensures that restraints are applied correctly;

+ Transcribes doctors medication orders;

+ Dispenses certain medications in doctor’s absence;

+ Applies topical medication;

+ Takes and charts temperatures, pulses and respirations;

+ Performs simple nursing treatments;

+ Monitors general individual needs including personal hygiene;

+ Reports on individual conditions and behavior;

+ Keeps the unit safe and healthy;

+ Administers enemas or suppositories;

+ Performs Foley catheterization care;

+ Orients individuals concerning medications and their use;

+ May perform emergency first aid;

+ May drive individuals to necessary appointments/outings;

+ Performs related duties as required.

DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES:

+ Performs the full range of duties as described in class specifications for the Mental Health Assistant 1 or Mental Health Assistant 2.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Knowledge of

+ practical nursing specialties and bedside care;

+ various medications used in conjunction for the care of individuals who have physical disabilities and/or an intellectual disability;

+ infection control practices;

+ nutrition and diets;

+ medical and lab sciences;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral communication and written skills;

+ Ability to

+ keep records;

+ lead staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

License or temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut by the State Board of Examiners for Nursing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Experience working with clients/patients supported by the agency.

+ Experience using interpersonal skills to support, calm and deescalate clients/patients.

+ Experience participating with the development of nursing care and treatment plans.

+ Experience advocating for services that meet client needs.

+ Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team and working independently.

+ Experience utilizing Electronic Health Records.

+ Experience working in roles that require mandatory overtime.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES: Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's license, Public Passenger Endorsement or Commercial Driver's license for designated positions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift/restrain individuals; may have some exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to some risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals; may be exposed to disagreeable conditions.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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