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Director Of Nursing 2

Recruitment # 251010-2759MP-002

Location Wethersfield, CT

Date Opened 10/15/2025 10:28:00 AM

Salary $129,888 - $177,096/year

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 11/4/2025 11:59:00 PM

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Do you have a passion for supporting others? Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic health care environment in the public sector? Check out this opportunity with the State of Connecticut!

The Connecticut Department of Correction (https://portal.ct.gov/DOC) (DOC) is seeking a Director of Nursing 2 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=2759MP&R1=&R3=) to join our Health Services Unit within a region spanning Multiple institutions within the DOC. The incumbent in this position can expect to travel across the state working within different correctional facilities. 25% or more of their time will be spent in proximity to/working with inmates.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

+ NEW: Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page to learn about our medical and dental insurance plans, sick/vacation/personal leave accruals, state holidays, tuition reimbursement and more!

+ This is a hazardous duty (https://osc.ct.gov/empret/hazduty/workshop/eligibility.htm) position and offers a 25-year retirement plan.

+ Professional growth and development opportunities.

+ A healthy work/life balance to all employees (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) .

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POSITION DETAILS

This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position on first shift. Schedule is Monday-Friday between 8:00am and 4:30pm. The position is based at our Central Office, located in Wethersfield, CT.

Responsibilities of this position can be found in the Examples of Duties section below.

ABOUT US

Since 1968, the Connecticut Department of Correction has proudly served and protected the citizens of the State of Connecticut by daily ensuring the safety, security, and order of our 14 correctional facilities in a manner that is widely viewed as a national model. The Department endeavors to provide the programming, education, and treatment that willing inmates may utilize to improve themselves and the success of their eventual reintegration into society. Our staff of dedicated correctional professionals takes great PRIDE (Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dignity, Excellence) in the daily performance of their duty to our state.

OUR MISSION

The State of Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) shall strive to be a global leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re-entry initiatives to support responsive evidence-based practices aligned to law-abiding and accountable behaviors. Safety and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens, and offenders.

For an inside look at how nurses make an impact in a Correctional environment, watch the video below!

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.

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 Jake Ferrari at [email protected].

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

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Departments of Children and Families, Correction, Developmental Services, Mental Health and Addiction Services and Veterans Affairs this class is accountable for directing nursing services by ensuring that nursing professional practices comply with appropriate standards of delivery for evidence-based patient-centered care within an assigned region, a large hospital division, a medium-sized hospital or for statewide services.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Directs staff and operations of nursing services within an assigned region and cross-covers statewide

+ Ensures coordination and provision of comprehensive nursing services delivered 24-hours a day, 7 days a week

+ Develops or oversees development of development of nursing policies, procedures and protocols

+ Attends change-of-shift huddles and facility meetings to promote continuity of clinical and communication

+ Shares on-call clinical oversight responsibilities with Chief Nurse Executive

+ Actively supports frontline care, operations, education and training, infection control, disease management, and informatics during facility situations

+ Demonstrates impact through measurable results such as reduced incident rates, improved quality scores, and increased staff retention

+ Assists nursing supervisors in coordinating and resolving complex clinical issues

+ Leads facilities in clinical project management initiatives

+ Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams including central office, facility-based health professionals, and custody staff to ensure holistic care

+ Provides specialized nursing oversight for vulnerable populations such as geriatric inmates, behavioral health patients, and those with chronic conditions. Utilizes nursing informatics, data analytics, and EHR systems to guide clinical and administrative decision-making

+ Evaluates nursing staff and recommends corrective action;

+ Assists in the preparation of the nursing budget and makes strategic recommendations regarding resource allocation

+ Develops and implements of nursing services staffing plan policies with Chief Nurse Executive;

+ Provides supervision to nurse supervisors regarding nursing standards, procedures, protocols and policies;

+ Ensures nursing practices comply with appropriate professional standards, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) and regulatory standards;

+ Establishes and monitors nursing performance expectations;

+ Designs and maintains programs to evaluate and improve quality and appropriateness of care. Implements systems to certify staff competency in clinical care with education and training; protocols. Drives continuous quality improvement and ensures constitutionally compliant care delivery

+ Ensures timely, well-functioning delivery of patient care across all facilities;

+ Identifies and resolves operational and organizational issues pertaining to nursing with Regional Chief Operating Officers

+ Assesses professional nurse training and orientation needs and participates in development and delivery of orientation and education programs to promote staff development;

+ Performs competency assessments;

+ Mentors and coaches nursing personnel throughout region;

+ Directs and oversees health care accreditation and/or re-accreditation process

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Considerable knowledge of nursing principles and practices in appropriate specialty;

+ Knowledge of

+ and ability to apply management principles and practices;

+ and ability to develop strategic plans;

+ relevant state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and accreditation guidelines;

+ behavioral health nursing;

+ nursing administration;

+ research procedures as applied to nursing;

+ interviewing and counseling techniques;

+ current developments in field of nursing including current complexities of healthcare industry;

+ trend variance analysis;

+ governmental accounting and budgeting;

+ marketing;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral and written communication skills

+ Leadership skills and ability;

+ Ability to

+ problem solve;

+ multi-task and coordinate a high level of activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of experience in an administrative or supervisory capacity in a health care organization and/or facility or hospital nursing.

NOTE: For state employees, this experience is interpreted at the level of a Supervising Nurse.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Clinical nursing experience across multiple specialties, including guiding clinical staff in complex patient care decisions and promoting nursing excellence

+ Experience providing clinical leadership and oversight for a team of nursing staff in a multi-unit or high-acuity care environment

+ Experience with underserved populations in a clinical setting

+ Experience with conflict resolution, mentoring, and staff development

+ Experience with electronic health records and Microsoft Office Suite

+ Knowledge of current developments in field of nursing

+ Experience leading interdisciplinary teams and foster a culture of collaboration

+ Experience communicating in person, on the phone, and in writing with a variety of parties, including co-workers and the public

+ Experience analyzing clinical data to drive performance improvements

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license as a Registered Nurse in Connecticut.

+ Incumbents in this class serving in the capacity of the Nurse Executive must possess a master's degree in nursing, public health administration, health care administration, hospital administration or a related field.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

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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