Nurse Clinical Instructor

Introduction

Are you a passionate nurse educator looking to make a difference in healthcare? Looking for a role that supports professional growth and development? Learn more and apply today to be a key part of enhancing nursing education at our Healthcare Center The Department of Veterans Affairs () is actively seeking an experienced and qualified individual for the position of Nurse Clinical Instructor. In this role, you'll be responsible for assessing and delivering nursing education programs, developing curricula, and supporting the professional growth of nursing staff at the Healthcare Center. Join us for an exciting opportunity to enhance the quality of healthcare education and staff development POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: Hours: Full-time (40 hours weekly) Schedule: First Shift, Monday through Friday, 6:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Location: Rocky Hill, CT WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Explore our comprehensive to see what we offer Be part of the prestigious Forbes-ranked State of Connecticut, recognized as one of the . Experience national acclaim for providing unparalleled job growth, competitive benefits, and flexible schedules. Enjoy endless opportunities forprofessional growth and development Embrace a tailored to all employees DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO: Engage in a rewarding career Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve Assist our clients so they can achieve success Make a difference in the public sector Work together in a collaborative team environment MORE ABOUT US: For over 140 years the State of Connecticut DVA has been caring for its veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in "serving those who have served." This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services. The DVA has supported Connecticut Veterans and continues this tradition with Residential and Healthcare programming on our campus in Rocky Hill. There are two paths for residency at the DVA: Residential Facility: offers temporary, supportive living with programming designed to return Connecticut Veterans to independent living in the community; : a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers long-term care for veterans with chronic, disabling conditions who require 24-hour assistance.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS - SGT. JOHN LEVITOW HEALTHCARE CENTER

Selection Plan

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Review the for CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license; Complete a online (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners’ grouping, select ‘Registered Nurse’ and then ‘Start’; Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s : System. To send verification of your license(s) to CT, read and agree to the terms, enter your biographic information, select your license type and select ‘SEARCH’. Review the results and select the ‘Next’ button. Check the box next to ‘Connecticut’ and complete the transaction. Once the transaction is completed, you will receive a confirmation email from Nursys and the verification will be available to the DPH. Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through Nursys. Please contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification. To Apply: In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system. In order to comply with , the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, 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 recruiter listed on this job posting.  Important Next Step Information for After You Apply: Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process. This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam. Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. 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 which is available at . 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. Read through this helpful link to . Connect With Us: Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Alyssa Hovanec via email at .

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state health care facility or institution this class is accountable for developing curricula and teaching the principles and practices of nursing and health related subjects to nursing personnel and interdisciplinary staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

In collaboration with interdisciplinary staff members participates in assessment of educational needs and requirements of staff and individuals by determining areas of deficiencies and considering government regulations;  Participates in development of curricula;  Conducts research to obtain most recent information about identified topic;  Delivers curricula to targeted groups including instruction in theory and provision of clinical experience;  Evaluates effectiveness of curricula through analyses of class participation, feedback and written tests;  Participates in workshops designed for career advancement of nursing staff;  Instructs staff of all levels in orientation and other programs;  Supervises learning experiences of staff in programs;  Acts as a role model to nursing and health care staff by demonstrating and teaching professional behaviors;  Participates in approved continuing education programs to enhance professional competence and shares this information with other staff members;  Prepares and submits reports as required;  Maintains records of those individuals participating in educational programs;  Protects human and civil rights of individuals and staff;  May participate on committees and in recruitment process;  Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of  principles and practices of nursing in appropriate specialty serviced by agency;  Knowledge of  teaching, counseling and evaluation principles and techniques;  Considerable  interpersonal skills;  oral and written communication skills;  Ability to  develop curricula;  interview;  identify the potential of applicants for health careers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of experience in hospital or institutional nursing as a registered professional nurse.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in a long-term care facility Experience in providing nursing education and training Experience demonstrating effective interpersonal and communication skills Experience using Microsoft Suite products for scheduling and delegating tasks to a team

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license as a registered professional nurse in Connecticut. 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.

Overview

Employee Benefits As a State of Connecticut employee you may be entitled to a host of benefits that are not only attractive, but also may be portable should your career bring you to other avenues of state service. From 13 paid holidays to accruing vacation time, being a State of Connecticut employee not only gives you the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life, but the time to enjoy your own. Listed below are just some of the benefits the State of Connecticut offers depending on the position you hold: Health & Dental Insurance Accrued Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave (Subject to the appropriate bargaining union contract or state statute and regulations.) Retirement Plan Group Life Insurance Supplemental Benefits Voluntary Defined Contribution Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care Program, Medical Flexible Spending, and Qualified Transportation) Supplemental Benefits Programs (Auto and Home Insurance, plus Short and Long Term Disability) Life Insurance State of CT Tuition Reimbursement Program Holidays

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