Clinical Nurse Coordinator (General) (40 Hour)

Job description

Clinical Nurse Coordinator (General) (40 Hour)

nHybrid

nRecruitment # FP-001

nLocation Wallingford, CT

nDate Opened 9/25/ :00:00 AM

nSalary $86,414 - $117,009/year

nJob Type Open to the Public

nClose Date 10/5/ :59:00 PM

nGo Back Apply View Benefits (

nnnnnnIntroduction

n

n nAre you a dedicated Registered Nurse seeking a fulfilling role where you can truly impact the lives of individuals with disabilities?

nThe State of Connecticut ( , Department of Developmental Services (DDS ( ) - South Region ( - has one full-time, first (1st) shift job opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Coordinator ( within the Public Health Division in Wallingford, CT.

nPosition Highlights:

nnnPCN – Public, Wallingford

n

nnFirst (1st) Shift – 80-hours/bi-weekly

n

nnMonday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm

n

nnRegular Days Off: Saturday & Sunday

n

nnHowever, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job.

n

nnHybrid schedule may be requested upon the successful completion of a Working Test Period.

n

n nPlease Note:

nnnIncumbents must have a valid driver's license.

n

nnConsistent travel between DDS locations on site and across the state may need to be done at short notice.

n

nnIncumbents in this class must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in CT or hold a Multistate or Compact RN License.

n

n nNew! Connecticut has joined the Nurse Licensure Compact effective October 1, 2025. Visit Nurse Licensure Compact ( for more details.

nAbout Us:

nDDS ( partners with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.

nWhat’s In It For You:

nVisit our new State Employee Benefits Overview ( page!

nnnProfessional growth and paid professional development opportunities.

n

nnA healthy work-life balance ( to all employees.

n

nnState of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here ( for more information.

n

n nDiscover the opportunity to:

nnnEngage in a rewarding career

n

nnAssist our employees so they can achieve success

n

nnMake a difference in the public sector

n

nnWork together in a collaborative team environment

n

n nSelection Plan

nFOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library ( for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

nBEFORE YOU APPLY:

nnnMeet 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.

n

nnEducational 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.

n

nnResume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 ( , 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.

n

nnPreferred 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.

n

nnTimely 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

n

nnSalary 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.

n

nnNote: 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.

n

n nAFTER YOU APPLY:

nnnSome email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board ( and select “Update My Contact Information.”

n

nnReferral 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).

n

nnPrepare 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!

n

nnStay 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.

n

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

n

nnNote: 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

n

n nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

nDue 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 at Christopher.Lavallee ( ) @ct.gov.

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

nIf you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at or ( )

nPURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

nIn a state facility this class is accountable for coordinating the various facets of clinical programs involving multiple units OR for serving as liaison between the facility and community programs and placement settings.

nEXAMPLES OF DUTIES

nnnWrites clinical program objectives, policies, procedures and manuals;

n

nnConducts individual health assessments;

n

nnDevelops, implements and reviews individual health care plans;

n

nnParticipates or chairs individual-centered interdisciplinary teams;

n

nnInterviews individuals;

n

nnAccompanies individual on visits to treatment programs or placement settings;

n

nnFollows up on individual care in community programs to assure individual in least restrictive environment;

n

nnAssures continuity of care to prevent recidivism;

n

nnApplies for financial aid for individual through Department of Social Services;

n

nnMaintains records of individual progress or failure after placement;

n

nnDevelops community health resources and provides on-going consultation and monitoring of services;

n

nnActs as a resource person to staff and community;

n

nnPrepares reports and statistical summaries;

n

nnMay clinically supervise direct care staff in execution of clinical programs;

n

nnMay develop and conduct in-service educational programs for staff and families;

n

nnMay perform recordkeeping functions;

n

nnPerforms related duties as required.

n

n nKNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

nnnKnowledge of

n

nnnursing principles and clinical therapeutic models of individual care with emphasis on interdisciplinary team approaches;

n

nnindividual treatment planning including impact of medical insurance program requirements for reimbursement;

n

nnstructure of services for individuals and their families in institutional and community-oriented settings;

n

nnaftercare facilities;

n

nnConsiderable

n

nninterpersonal skills;

n

nnoral and written communication skills.

n

n nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

nThree (3) years of professional nursing experience.

nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

nnnA Bachelor's degree in nursing may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience.

n

nnA Master's degree in nursing may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

n

n nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

nPreference will be given to candidates who possess the following experience:

nnnNursing experience working with individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities.

n

nnExperience with basic nursing skills to include but not limited to: providing medication and nutrition via G-tube or J-tube, diabetic care, respiratory treatments, colostomy, cecostomy and urostomy care, wound care, and catheterization.

n

nnExperience following current infection control practices.

n

nnExperience with clinical documentation including documenting events in writing

n

nnExperience working in community and family home settings and coordinating in home supports

n

nnExperience reviewing health information and formulating reports based on that information

n

nnExperience using Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.

n

nnExperience communicating, interacting with, and explaining information to internal partners, external partners, and the public.

n

n nSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

nnnIncumbents in this class must possess and retain a license as a Registered Nurse in Connecticut OR hold a Multistate or Compact Registered Nurse license.

n

nnIncumbents in this class may be required to travel.

n

n nConclusion

nAN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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

nACKNOWLEDGEMENT

nAs 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.

nClick on a link below to apply for this position:

nFill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online

nUpload Resume to Start an Application ( Upload Resume

Worksite address

meriden, CT, 06451, US

Who can apply

Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.