Resource Nurse Salary in Middletown, NY

Job Description Summary:The Behavioral Health Clinician II is an licensed independent provider who performs diagnostic psychosocial evaluations, develops care plan with clients and their families, offers individual, family, or group therapy as appropriate, collaborated with psychiatric and/or medical providers who are part of the client's care team, and documents all clinical interventions in accordance with CHC policy, Joint Commission standards, and state regulatory expectations. The position is primarily focused on direct client care but may include supervision of unlicensed staff and/or students .ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESCLINICAL• Completes initial behavioral health evaluations; individual, group and family psychotherapy with children and/or adults in an outpatient clinic. Will be expected to run at least five (5) groups for each week of direct clinical work.• Practices as part of an interdisciplinary, inter-professional team, accepting "warm hand offs" from primary care providers and other members of the health care team as well as reaching in to the patient population to identify patients potentially in need of behavioral health services as flagged by the BH clinical dashboard.• Consults with providers within and outside the agency regarding the treatment plan and progress of the patients.• Shares in the Behavioral Health On-Call for after-hours coverage and daily clinic call.• Coordinates as needed with psychiatric consultants for diagnostic and consultative needs; refers as necessary for medication management.• Attends clinical Team Meetings as assigned and Component Meetings• Clinically supervises unlicensed Behavioral Health staff as assigned• Meets productivity standards as outlined annually during employees performance appraisal review with a focus on quality clinical care.• Encourages clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, helping them to develop insight into themselves or their relationships.• Perform crisis interventions with clients.• Assess for immediate safety concerns, including: high risk patients/clients who may be at risk for homicide, suicide and domestic violence.• Guide clients in the development of skills or strategies for dealing with identified goals.• Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge according to state regulatory and joint commission standards.• Evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing treatment on clients' progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives.• Modify treatment activities or approaches, as needed, to comply with changes in clients' status.• Discuss with individual patients their plans for life after leaving therapy.• Work with and Support family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, or supporting clients or patients.• Maintain awareness within discipline about new developments in the field• Gather information about community mental health needs or resources that could be used in conjunction with therapy.ADMINISTRATIVE• Completes all documentation required by state regulations, Joint Commission standards, and CHC Behavioral Health department by laws in a timely manner, included by not limited to intake, prior authorization request, progress notes, treatment plan documentation, and discharge.• Completes and locks all treatment notes no later than the end of the next business day.• Completes reports as required for outside agencies such as DCF, Family Relations, probation, and others with appropriate releases signed by clients.• Participates as a member of agency wide committees as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS• Ph.D. /Psy.D, LCSW, LPC or LMFT degree• Licensed in the State of Connecticut.• Minimum of two years of experience with outpatients including experience with children and/or adults.• Theoretical orientation consistent with brief, problem-focused therapy• Reliable access to an automobile or reliable access to transportation to outside agency consults, meetings and home visits.• Written and oral bilingual fluency in language spoken by patient population (for example, English/Spanish) preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT• Combination of sustained periods of sitting at keyboard, walking and stair climbing• Minimal lifting and carrying activities• Must be available to work one evening and one Saturday per month, as well as to participate in on call after hour's coverage.COMMUNICATION SKILLS:• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. • This position must interface with patients, family members, community agencies and other providers within the organization.CONFIDENTIALITY OF INFORMATION: • Behavioral Health information is kept in strict confidence. Confidentiality of patient and business information is a requirement. Full access to patient medical records and encounter data. Confidentiality must be maintained according to CHC policies.• Responsibility for client data entry• Access to medical system information.• Confidential patient correspondence.Job Description:The Moses/Weitzman Health System is a global leader addressing challenges faced by organizations caring for the poor and diverse populations, and is home to programs focusing on education, research, and process improvement support for safety net providers. The system delivers primary care to more than 150,000 patients in Connecticut, and extends access to specialty care for more than 2.5 million individuals across the U.S. It is a national accrediting body for organizations training advanced practice providers, and offers accredited education and training for Medical Assistants in multiple states. As an incubator for new ideas in areas including social justice, the environment, and social determinants of health, the MWHS is addressing challenges faced by providers caring for underserved communities, creating innovative and impactful initiatives led by nationally and internationally recognized experts. As it forges pathways into the future of primary care, the MWHS honors Lillian Reba Moses (1924-2012), a granddaughter of slaves, and Gerard (Gerry) Weitzman (1938-1999), whose ancestors escaped pogroms in Eastern Europe. Their vision and commitment to justice and equity in healthcare is the foundation upon which the Moses/Weitzman Health System was built.Organization Information:Location:Community Health Center of MiddletownCity:MiddletownState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

Job Description Summary:Job Description:**32 hour position entails one Saturday per month, position offers healthcare benefits, PTO and 403B**The Primary Care Nurse (PCN) provides high quality, comprehensive, professional nursing primary nursing care to individuals and families throughout the lifespan. As part of a clinical team, the PCN works at the top of his or her licensure to enhance the safety, effectiveness, and efficiency of care through both the performance of professional nursing responsibilities and the delegation of technical and clerical functions as appropriate to medical assistants. Provides patients with both general and focused health education regarding preventive, chronic, and episodic health care issues. Assumes responsibility, in collaboration with primary care providers to coordinate care, support transitions between levels of care, and counsel, educate, and support patients in improving health status. Applies principles of advanced access, planned care and the chronic care model, and rapid cycle performance improvement using the PDSA approach at CHCI.Responsibilities:Support primary care of patients under planned care model. Collaborates with PCP to identify needs for preventive care, evidence based chronic disease care, and care coordination.. Provides general and specific health care education. Works with patients to identify and monitor self management goals. Collaborates care with other community based providers. Follows up on emergency room visits and hospital discharges. Assists providers with exams, treatments, and procedures as needed.Ensures safe, accurate, clinically appropriate collection, storage, and processing of all biologic specimens. Administers medications, including vaccines and immunizations, orally, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, intradermly or via nebulizer at the order of prescribing provider and under standing orders as established by CHCI. Adheres to CHC protocols regarding documentation of medication, route, dosage, and information provided to patient. Monitors patient response to medication based on specific medication administered; detects, reports, and responds to any adverse reaction. Provides patient education as appropriate to the administered medication.Performs wide range of nursing activities as needed and after initial prescription by primary care provider such as wound care, catheterization, etc. Accurately documents all aspects of patient care in the medical chart on a timely basis. Schedules tests and referrals for specialty care on order of provider.Maintains strict infection control standards in accord with CHCI protocols and universal precautions OSHA and CLIA standards.Acts as a resource person for medical assistants regarding patient preparation, needs and procedures needed.Monitors and ensures follow up of all abnormal Pap Smear results, STDs, lead screens and other tests and screens performed at CHCI.Oversees the maintenance of supplies and equipment, ordering supplies as necessary.Maintains compliance with agency mandatory annual training (Patient Safety, Abuse, Age Based Competencies, EOC, Abuse trainings, etc.)Expert use of electronic health record to ensure timely, safe, confidential storage and retrieval of patient informationEducationBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)Organization Information:Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC) is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services, and a leader in practice-based research, health professionals training, and use of innovative technologies to advance health and healthcare. CHC is designated as a federally qualified health center and a patient-centered medical home by HRSA, the Joint Commission, and NCQA, respectively. We deliver more than 500,000 patient visits per year from primary care hubs and community clinics across the state of CT, all connected by technology and common standards for quality. We employ several hundred medical, dental, and behavioral health providers who are engaged in practice, teaching, and research. Our Weitzman Institute is devoted to research and practice transformation and is recognized around the country as one of the premier research institutes focused on improving health care and health outcomes for special and vulnerable populations. In addition, the organization has developed three wholly owned subsidiaries from the original pilot developments within the Weitzman Institute: the National Nurse Practitioner Residency and Fellowship Training Consortium (NNPRFTC), the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement and ConferMed.Location:Community Health Center of MiddletownCity:MiddletownState:ConnecticutTime Type:Part time

Job Description Summary:Job Description:**Monday- Friday with one Saturday per month, position offers healthcare benefits, PTO and 403B**The Primary Care Nurse (PCN) provides high quality, comprehensive, professional nursing primary nursing care to individuals and families throughout the lifespan. As part of a clinical team, the PCN works at the top of his or her licensure to enhance the safety, effectiveness, and efficiency of care through both the performance of professional nursing responsibilities and the delegation of technical and clerical functions as appropriate to medical assistants. Provides patients with both general and focused health education regarding preventive, chronic, and episodic health care issues. Assumes responsibility, in collaboration with primary care providers to coordinate care, support transitions between levels of care, and counsel, educate, and support patients in improving health status. Applies principles of advanced access, planned care and the chronic care model, and rapid cycle performance improvement using the PDSA approach at CHCI.Responsibilities:Support primary care of patients under planned care model. Collaborates with PCP to identify needs for preventive care, evidence based chronic disease care, and care coordination.. Provides general and specific health care education. Works with patients to identify and monitor self management goals. Collaborates care with other community based providers. Follows up on emergency room visits and hospital discharges. Assists providers with exams, treatments, and procedures as needed.Ensures safe, accurate, clinically appropriate collection, storage, and processing of all biologic specimens. Administers medications, including vaccines and immunizations, orally, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, intradermly or via nebulizer at the order of prescribing provider and under standing orders as established by CHCI. Adheres to CHC protocols regarding documentation of medication, route, dosage, and information provided to patient. Monitors patient response to medication based on specific medication administered; detects, reports, and responds to any adverse reaction. Provides patient education as appropriate to the administered medication.Performs wide range of nursing activities as needed and after initial prescription by primary care provider such as wound care, catheterization, etc. Accurately documents all aspects of patient care in the medical chart on a timely basis. Schedules tests and referrals for specialty care on order of provider.Maintains strict infection control standards in accord with CHCI protocols and universal precautions OSHA and CLIA standards.Acts as a resource person for medical assistants regarding patient preparation, needs and procedures needed.Monitors and ensures follow up of all abnormal Pap Smear results, STDs, lead screens and other tests and screens performed at CHCI.Oversees the maintenance of supplies and equipment, ordering supplies as necessary.Maintains compliance with agency mandatory annual training (Patient Safety, Abuse, Age Based Competencies, EOC, Abuse trainings, etc.)Expert use of electronic health record to ensure timely, safe, confidential storage and retrieval of patient informationEducationBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)Organization Information:Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC) is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services, and a leader in practice-based research, health professionals training, and use of innovative technologies to advance health and healthcare. CHC is designated as a federally qualified health center and a patient-centered medical home by HRSA, the Joint Commission, and NCQA, respectively. We deliver more than 500,000 patient visits per year from primary care hubs and community clinics across the state of CT, all connected by technology and common standards for quality. We employ several hundred medical, dental, and behavioral health providers who are engaged in practice, teaching, and research. Our Weitzman Institute is devoted to research and practice transformation and is recognized around the country as one of the premier research institutes focused on improving health care and health outcomes for special and vulnerable populations. In addition, the organization has developed three wholly owned subsidiaries from the original pilot developments within the Weitzman Institute: the National Nurse Practitioner Residency and Fellowship Training Consortium (NNPRFTC), the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement and ConferMed.Location:Community Health Center of MiddletownCity:MiddletownState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

Job Description Summary:Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC) is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services, and a leader in practice-based research, health professionals training, and use of innovative technologies to advance health and healthcare. CHC is designated as a federally qualified health center and a patient-centered medical home by HRSA, the Joint Commission, and NCQA, respectively. We deliver more than 500,000 patient visits per year from primary care hubs and community clinics across the state of CT, all connected by technology and common standards for quality. We employ several hundred medical, dental, and behavioral health providers who are engaged in practice, teaching, and research. Our Weitzman Institute is devoted to research and practice transformation and is recognized around the country as one of the premier research institutes focused on improving health care and health outcomes for special and vulnerable populations. In addition, the organization has developed three wholly owned subsidiaries from the original pilot developments within the Weitzman Institute: the National Nurse Practitioner Residency and Fellowship Training Consortium (NNPRFTC), the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement and ConferMed.Job Description:**Monday- Friday with one Saturday per month. Position offers healthcare benefits, PTO, 403B**The Primary Care Nurse (PCN) provides high quality, comprehensive, professional nursing primary nursing care to individuals and families throughout the lifespan. As part of a clinical team, the PCN works at the top of his or her licensure to enhance the safety, effectiveness, and efficiency of care through both the performance of professional nursing responsibilities and the delegation of technical and clerical functions as appropriate to medical assistants. Provides patients with both general and focused health education regarding preventive, chronic, and episodic health care issues. Assumes responsibility, in collaboration with primary care providers to coordinate care, support transitions between levels of care, and counsel, educate, and support patients in improving health status. Applies principles of advanced access, planned care and the chronic care model, and rapid cycle performance improvement using the PDSA approach at CHCI.Responsibilities:Support primary care of patients under planned care model. Collaborates with PCP to identify needs for preventive care, evidence based chronic disease care, and care coordination.. Provides general and specific health care education. Works with patients to identify and monitor self management goals. Collaborates care with other community based providers. Follows up on emergency room visits and hospital discharges. Assists providers with exams, treatments, and procedures as needed.Ensures safe, accurate, clinically appropriate collection, storage, and processing of all biologic specimens. Administers medications, including vaccines and immunizations, orally, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, intradermly or via nebulizer at the order of prescribing provider and under standing orders as established by CHCI. Adheres to CHC protocols regarding documentation of medication, route, dosage, and information provided to patient. Monitors patient response to medication based on specific medication administered; detects, reports, and responds to any adverse reaction. Provides patient education as appropriate to the administered medication.Performs wide range of nursing activities as needed and after initial prescription by primary care provider such as wound care, catheterization, etc. Accurately documents all aspects of patient care in the medical chart on a timely basis. Schedules tests and referrals for specialty care on order of provider.Maintains strict infection control standards in accord with CHCI protocols and universal precautions OSHA and CLIA standards.Acts as a resource person for medical assistants regarding patient preparation, needs and procedures needed.Monitors and ensures follow up of all abnormal Pap Smear results, STDs, lead screens and other tests and screens performed at CHCI.Oversees the maintenance of supplies and equipment, ordering supplies as necessary.Maintains compliance with agency mandatory annual training (Patient Safety, Abuse, Age Based Competencies, EOC, Abuse trainings, etc.)Expert use of electronic health record to ensure timely, safe, confidential storage and retrieval of patient informationEducationBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)Organization Information:Location:Community Health Center of MiddletownCity:MiddletownState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

Job Description Summary:Job Description:The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for CHCI is responsible first and foremost for the safety, quality, and effectiveness of the medical care provided by CHCI to its more than 150,000 patients cared for in primary care centers across Connecticut and in settings appropriate to our focus on underserved and key populations, including schools, shelters, and mobile health units. The CMO provides medical leadership and support to the nearly 200 medical staff members of the organization by setting and achieving strategic goals, promoting wellness and resilience of medical staff and their leaders, assuring safe, highest quality and most effective medical care to patients across the lifespan, building health equity and reducing health disparities in patients and populations cared for by CHCI. The CMO plays an integral role in setting and achieving performance improvement goals that advance the health of our patients. The CMO is key to identifying, recruiting and retaining an outstanding and diverse medical staff, and working in collaboration with other clinical chiefs of the organization to assure that the CHCI principles of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are manifest in all aspects of the medical department and services. They will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team of CHCI and its parent, the Moses/Weitzman Health System and its Finance, Human Resources, Performance Improvement Grants and Development Department to ensure that the medical department achieves achieve its clinical, financial, and service goals and objectives. The CMO will also work closely with the MWHS Weitzman Institute on grant funded initiatives in research, education and training and may serve as PI or co-PI on projects as appropriate. The CMO leads, mentors and supports the medical leaders throughout CHCI, specifically the on-site medical directors. As CMO, this individual leads the organization forward in evaluating and implementing as indicated advances in technology, clinical practice, and health services organization. The candidate will have the opportunity to maintain current clinical practice proficiency through precepting or direct practice on a limited basis.DETAILED ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: SEE ADDENDUMQUALIFICATIONSMD/DO or APRN/DNP from approved medical/osteopathy/nursing school. Must be a graduate of an accredited residency program in family medicine/family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics or internal medicine/pediatrics. Must be board certified at hire and will be expected to maintain appropriate board certification, licensure, and membership in professional organizations. Minimum of ten years in clinical practice, with demonstrated leadership experience and expertise.Must demonstrate current clinical competence and qualify for appointment to CHCI's medical staff. Should also demonstrate evidence of additional medical education (may be done through CME/CEU) and/or training and experience in the healthcare management, public health and/or health care administration. CHC requires as a condition of employment current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED (CPR/FPR/AED) certification. The only acceptable alternative is current American Heart Association BLS/AED for Healthcare Providers certification. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTModerate physical activity level, i.e. walking, standing. Level 1 bloodborne pathogen/chemical hazard exposure consistent with medical staff privileges.Public speaking and presenting in both internal and external environment is essential. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICIATIONSCommunicates effectively with external partners and internal staff members. Requires effective and exemplary communication skills at all levels of interaction. Public speaking, presentations (podium, poster, keynotes; both professional and general media an expectation).DETAILED ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESServes as the primary medical leader for the organization, critically thinking to develop, enhance and achieve CHCI's strategic clinical, financial and staff goalsProvides medical direction and input on national, state and agency strategic plans (Performance Improvement Plan, HRSA Performance Plan, etc); collaborates with MWHS leaders on value based plans and initaitivesServes as the chief medical contact for internal and external partners and successfully builds, develops and maintains essential partnershipsWork with HR to provide oversight and direction for CHC medical recruitment efforts; maintains relationships with residency and training programs, and builds pipelines to CHC employment for medical providersServes as the President of the medical staff and works with appropriate CHCI departments to resolve all medical staff and personnel related issues, commendations and complaintsLeads in the development, writing and implementation of new organizational policies for the medical staffActively reviews evidence-based practices standards, health care advances and incorporates such standards and advances into CHC medical practiceServes as the Chair of the CHCI Medical Quality Improvement Committee; also serves as a member and provides strategic insight into the work of the Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee, Patient Education Committee, Credentialing Committee, HIV Quality Improvement CommitteeServes as the liaison between CHC medical staff and CHC Departments, including Purchasing, Facilities, Information Technology, Human Resources and others Provides oversight and direction in the development and maintenance of appropriate contracts for medical providers, including regular review of compensation and competitive marketplace strengthProvides oversight and direction to and HR for a short and long term recruitment strategies and works collaboratively develops a recruitment and retention vision for CHCOversees the process of providers on-boarding and orientation with HR and Medical DirectorsServes as primary liaison between provider staff and senior leadership on medical staff issues.Develops CHCI medical provider clinical performance targets and metrics annually or more frequently, and communicates this effectively to staffMonitors the professional and non-clinical performance and wellness of the medical staff (wellness and resiliencyDevelops, modifies, prepares and completes annual (or frequency to be determined) performance appraisals; fully manages and directs the provider performance, patient satisfaction and productivity programs and incentives; including targets, expectations, scoring guidelines, reward systems, completion, etc.Works with , HR and Technical departments on the content and vision for new provider training and technical needs; serves in a Clinical Advisory role to the IT department, providing relevant clinical input on IT initiatives and issues.Works to develop content for new provider clinical orientations and work with CMO collaboratively achieve this objectiveMakes recommendations to the Senior VP/Clinical Director and CEO for provider discipline, compliance issues, suspension and termination in accordance with the CHC medical staff bylaws; also completes performance deficiencies for providers in a timely fashion (in collaboration with the VP/CQO where appropriate)Oversees the process of provider termination and exit from the medical staff and organization, collaboratively with HR.Have mastery of Joint Commission Credentialing and Department of Public Health standards for medical staff licensure, NCQA and other quality standards and principles.Plays a leadership role in understanding, communicating, achieving and maintaining quality standards (NCQA, NQF, others) and Patient-Centered Medical Home principles (PCMH)Work closely with HR and Credentialing Committee to ensure Joint Commission standards for credentialing are followed and communicated to leadership team and staffMeets regularly with CHC's Medical Director leadership group and Senior Leadership team on a schedule to be determined.Ensures that CHC's policies and procedures, including updates and innovations, are communicated to staffProvides clinical input, preceptor oversight and program development for the CHCI APRN residency program and other residency/training programs; also participates in didactics in areas of interest and expertise as well as precepting of residents on a schedule to be determined by the program directorReceive, review and respond (or delegate a respondent) to patient complaints and patient satisfaction reports, and communicates commendations and complaints to the appropriate staffBuilds integrated care models in conjunction with the Clinical Directors (Chiefs of Behavioral Health and Dental) and Quality Department; works collaboratively with CHC nursing leadership on programs, workflows and processes that impact clinical careWorks with MWHS' CFO and Regional Vice Presidents on models to improve financial health and stability of the organization and achieve budgetary targetsDevelops, manages and leads the CHCI Primary Care Grand Rounds series, develops clinical content and objectives, oversees the CME accreditation program, jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), oversees the process to track and document CME attendance; meets with and reviews all Grand Rounds presentations prior to delivery; reviews evaluations and suggestions for future topicsProvides excellent representation and presentation skills on behalf of the organization in local and national forums , communicating, formal and informal presentationsCompletes performance assessments for CHCs Medical Directors and provides supervision for other CHC staff, including the Medical Director of the HIV, Hep C and Buprenorphine Program, Podiatrists and Registered Dieticians, and may delegate performance assessments of these staff to other qualified staff members.Participate in and develop research initiatives at CHCI as a PI or co-PI in collaboration with the Weitzman Institute and CHCI grants and development team.Confidentiality of InformationConfidentiality of business information is a requirement. Confidentiality must be maintained according to CHC policiesOrganization Information:Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC), with offices in Connecticut, Colorado and California, is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services, and a leader in practice-based research, health professionals training, and use of innovative technologies to advance health and healthcare. CHC is designated as a federally qualified health center and a patient-centered medical home by HRSA, the Joint Commission, and NCQA, respectively. We deliver more than 600,000 patient visits per year from primary care hubs and community clinics across the state of CT, all connected by technology and common standards for quality. We employ several hundred medical, dental, and behavioral health providers who are engaged in practice, teaching, and research. Our Weitzman Institute is devoted to research and practice transformation and is recognized around the country as one of the premier research institutes focused on improving health care and health outcomes for special and vulnerable populations. In addition, the organization has developed three wholly owned subsidiaries from the original pilot developments within the Weitzman Institute: the National Nurse Practitioner Residency and Fellowship Training Consortium (NNPRFTC), the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA), and ConferMed.Location:Community Health Center of MiddletownCity:MiddletownState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

Location: Middletown, CTDescription: Our client is currently seeking a RN to work in Middletown, CT!Please send your resume to Isabel Angelichio - [email protected] for immediate consideration!Location: Middletown, CTType of Engagement: ContractHours: 8:0 AM - 4:30 PM or 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM This job will have the following responsibilities: • Provide and document patient care such as giving injections and performing preventive screenings• Triage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with appointment and schedulingguidelines• Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients to be seen by collecting and recordingclinical information as per protocol• Educate patients regarding their illness or injury and provide instruction regarding self-management oftheir condition• Carry out standing orders (i.e., authorizing prescription refills and ordering tests) consistent with practicepolicies and procedures• Document all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and in a timely manner in theelectronic health record (EHR)• As appropriate, conduct outreach to patients in need of appointments or other services, to communicatetest results and other information, and to follow up after appointments to be sure patients are followingtheir plan of care• Answer and document patient phone calls; take complete messages and route to providers as neededusing the EHR• Monitor task buckets in order to respond to tasks in a timely manner, follow up on overdueorders/worklists and monitor status of critical referrals• In coordination with Regional Nurse Managers, complete annual CLIA competencies• Supports the Clinical Lead and acts as a resource to the other clinical staff members• Precepts new clinical team members• Maintain open lines of communications with care team and Regional Management team• Maintain knowledge of current coding, OSHA and CLIA regulations and company policies• Adhere to all patient safety initiatives and infection control regulations• Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications & Requirements: Active, unrestricted RN licensure in CT1+ years of nursing experienceExperience working on an electronic health recordIntermediate level of computer proficiency in Microsoft OfficePlease send your resume to Isabel Angelichio - [email protected] for immediate consideration!Thank you, I look forward to hearing from and working with you! Contact: [email protected] job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com

Job Description Summary:Job Description:The Behavioral Health Clinician II is an licensed independent provider who performs diagnostic psychosocial evaluations, develops care plan with clients and their families, offers individual, family, or group therapy as appropriate, collaborated with psychiatric and/or medical providers who are part of the client's care team, and documents all clinical interventions in accordance with CHC policy, Joint Commission standards, and state regulatory expectations. The position is primarily focused on direct client care but may include supervision of unlicensed staff and/or students .ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESCLINICALCompletes initial behavioral health evaluations; individual, group and family psychotherapy with children and/or adults in an outpatient clinic. Will be expected to run at least five (5) groups for each week of direct clinical work.Practices as part of an interdisciplinary, inter-professional team, accepting "warm hand offs" from primary care providers and other members of the health care team as well as reaching in to the patient population to identify patients potentially in need of behavioral health services as flagged by the BH clinical dashboard.Consults with providers within and outside the agency regarding the treatment plan and progress of the patients.Shares in the Behavioral Health On-Call for after-hours coverage and daily clinic call.Coordinates as needed with psychiatric consultants for diagnostic and consultative needs; refers as necessary for medication management.Attends clinical Team Meetings as assigned and Component MeetingsClinically supervises unlicensed Behavioral Health staff as assignedMeets productivity standards as outlined annually during employees performance appraisal review with a focus on quality clinical care.Encourages clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, helping them to develop insight into themselves or their relationships.Perform crisis interventions with clients.Assess for immediate safety concerns, including: high risk patients/clients who may be at risk for homicide, suicide and domestic violence.Guide clients in the development of skills or strategies for dealing with identified goals.Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge according to state regulatory and joint commission standards.Evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing treatment on clients' progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives.Modify treatment activities or approaches, as needed, to comply with changes in clients' status.Discuss with individual patients their plans for life after leaving therapy.Work with and Support family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, or supporting clients or patients.Maintain awareness within discipline about new developments in the fieldGather information about community mental health needs or resources that could be used in conjunction with therapy.ADMINISTRATIVECompletes all documentation required by state regulations, Joint Commission standards, and CHC Behavioral Health department by laws in a timely manner, included by not limited to intake, prior authorization request, progress notes, treatment plan documentation, and discharge.Completes and locks all treatment notes no later than the end of the next business day.Completes reports as required for outside agencies such as DCF, Family Relations, probation, and others with appropriate releases signed by clients.Participates as a member of agency wide committees as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSPh.D. /Psy.D, LCSW, LPC or LMFT degreeLicensed in the State of Connecticut.Minimum of two years of experience with outpatients including experience with children and/or adults.Theoretical orientation consistent with brief, problem-focused therapyReliable access to an automobile or reliable access to transportation to outside agency consults, meetings and home visits.Written and oral bilingual fluency in language spoken by patient population (for example, English/Spanish) preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTCombination of sustained periods of sitting at keyboard, walking and stair climbingMinimal lifting and carrying activitiesMust be available to work one evening and one Saturday per monthCOMMUNICATION SKILLS:Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. This position must interface with patients, family members, community agencies and other providers within the organization.CONFIDENTIALITY OF INFORMATION:Behavioral Health information is kept in strict confidence. Confidentiality of patient and business information is a requirement. Full access to patient medical records and encounter data. Confidentiality must be maintained according to CHC policies.Responsibility for client data entryAccess to medical system information.Confidential patient correspondence.Organization Information:The Moses/Weitzman Health System is a global leader addressing challenges faced by organizations caring for the poor and diverse populations, and is home to programs focusing on education, research, and process improvement support for safety net providers. The system delivers primary care to more than 150,000 patients in Connecticut, and extends access to specialty care for more than 2.5 million individuals across the U.S. It is a national accrediting body for organizations training advanced practice providers, and offers accredited education and training for Medical Assistants in multiple states. As an incubator for new ideas in areas including social justice, the environment, and social determinants of health, the MWHS is addressing challenges faced by providers caring for underserved communities, creating innovative and impactful initiatives led by nationally and internationally recognized experts. As it forges pathways into the future of primary care, the MWHS honors Lillian Reba Moses (1924-2012), a granddaughter of slaves, and Gerard (Gerry) Weitzman (1938-1999), whose ancestors escaped pogroms in Eastern Europe. Their vision and commitment to justice and equity in healthcare is the foundation upon which the Moses/Weitzman Health System was built.Location:Community Health Center of MiddletownCity:MiddletownState:ConnecticutTime Type:Full time

Job Description Summary:Job Description:Job Description:Healthy Communities is CHC's Public Health AmeriCorps program designed to create cohesion in vulnerable communities and to promote healthcare and support services through outreach, awareness, linkage to care and support. Healthy Communities also serves to identify the unique and integral needs of our communities and neighborhoods and to establish strategic plans to address them. Service delivery will directly address the public health crisis in vulnerable communities and make healthcare and support services accessible through flexible delivery of services. AmeriCorps members will conduct community outreach, education, patient engagement, and link patients to CHCI care and referrals to community based assistance. Additionally, AmeriCorps members will participate in statewide and local activities which promote awareness of health and health services.This is an AmeriCorps Member role - Center for Key Populations (CKP) Health Navigator - that supports the Center for Key Populations throughout Middletown, Meriden, New Britain, and New London areas as well as our Mobile Health Unit (MHU).Terms & Program Benefits:One-year service term from September 3, 2024 thru August 31, 2025Serve a minimum of 32 hours a week for a total of 1700 hours during service year$22,000 stipend over the course of one year, paid bi-weeklyAn education award of $7,395 at the end of successful service term completionThis is not a staff or volunteer position. This is the opportunity for you if you:Possess a mature, compassionate, and sensitive demeanorEnjoy working with others and genuine desire to helpAre organized and have great time management skillsThrive in a fast paced environmentCan take initiative and work independently as well as part of a teamAs a Center for Key Populations (CKP) Health Navigator for the Community Health Center, Inc., you will:Conduct monthly patient health education workshops; monitor the completion of pre-post surveys by workshop participants; and complete data entry for workshops and surveys.Track and document all completed patient engagement activities in patient's electronic health record.Coordinate with CKP Outreach team to establish a strategic outreach plan that provides support and coordination to all healthcare for the homeless and MHU sites such as schedules, locations, staffing, templates, and patient visits.Provide individual patient health education to clients to encourage scheduling and completing routine care appointments.Provide outreach to patients via group or one on one individual patient education in areas of financial literacy, health education, overdose prevention, HIV testing and services and other areas of need in designated communities.Gather and compile a comprehensive community resource database for patients that provides enhanced resources and referral organizations that can address identified patient needs and/or barriers to be used at all sites.Strengthen community partnerships and collaborate with them on events to host that promote services for CHC patients and community members.Collaborate with community partners to develop education opportunities for CHC patients either individually or in groups.Partner with CKP providers to establish a sustainable system for continuity of information and services that maintains connections between all outreach departments for improved patient care.Create user friendly content for patients, community partners/organizations (ie, hospitals, churches, community centers) and CHC departments on how to access the CKP Services.Coordinate, conduct, and participate in community outreach and tabling events that promote patient education services.Actively participant in CKP meetings.Qualifications:High school or equivalent requiredProficiency in Microsoft office and internet-related applicationsExcellent time management and organizational skills • Excellent oral and written skillsDemonstrated ability to problem solve and remain calm during a crisisSuccessful clearance of all required criminal history checks (NSCHC)Able to travel between CHC sites and in statePreferred:Associate's degree in public health, social work related fieldKnowledge and understanding of community resourcesExperience in providing crisis intervention, coordination of services, advocacy and community outreach in working with vulnerableOrganization Information:Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC), with offices in Connecticut, Colorado and California, is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services, and a leader in practice-based research, health professionals training, and use of innovative technologies to advance health and healthcare. CHC is designated as a federally qualified health center and a patient-centered medical home by HRSA, the Joint Commission, and NCQA, respectively. We deliver more than 600,000 patient visits per year from primary care hubs and community clinics across the state of CT, all connected by technology and common standards for quality. We employ several hundred medical, dental, and behavioral health providers who are engaged in practice, teaching, and research. Our Weitzman Institute is devoted to research and practice transformation and is recognized around the country as one of the premier research institutes focused on improving health care and health outcomes for special and vulnerable populations. In addition, the organization has developed three wholly owned subsidiaries from the original pilot developments within the Weitzman Institute: the National Nurse Practitioner Residency and Fellowship Training Consortium (NNPRFTC), the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA), and ConferMed.Location:Middletown - Weitzman BuildingCity:MiddletownState:ConnecticutTime Type:Part time

Job Description Summary:Job Description:Job Description: Healthy Communities is CHC's Public Health AmeriCorps program designed to create cohesion in vulnerable communities and to promote healthcare and support services through outreach, awareness, linkage to care and support. Healthy Communities also serves to identify the unique and integral needs of our communities and neighborhoods and to establish strategic plans to address them. Service delivery will directly address the public health crisis in vulnerable communities and make healthcare and support services accessible through flexible delivery of services. AmeriCorps members will conduct community outreach, education, patient engagement, and link patients to CHCI care and referrals to community based assistance. Additionally, AmeriCorps members will participate in statewide and local activities which promote awareness of health and health services.This is an AmeriCorps Member role - New Horizons Family Services Coordinator - that supports the New Horizons Domestic Violence Services in Middletown.Terms & Program Benefits:One-year service term from September 3, 2024 thru August 31, 2025Serve a minimum of 32 hours a week for a total of 1700 hours during service year$22,000 stipend over the course of one year, paid bi-weeklyAn education award of $7,395 at the end of successful service term completionThis is not a staff or volunteer position. This is the opportunity for you if you:Possess a caring attitude and personable demeanorSensitive to the issues facing persons in abusive relationships • Are extremely organized and pay great attention to detailHave an interest in domestic violence (DV) and intimate partner violence (IPV) as it pertains to public health/education/social work • Thrive in a fast paced environmentCan take initiative and work independently as well as part of a teamAs a New Horizons Family Services Coordinator for the Community Health Center, Inc., you will:Conduct monthly patient health education workshops; monitor the completion of pre-post surveys by workshop participants; and complete data entry for workshops and surveys.Track and document all completed patient engagement activities in patient's electronic health record.Provide individual patient health education to clients to encourage scheduling and completing routine care appointments.Provide case management and care coordination for shelter and hotel residents in support of healthcare services.Increase linkage for clients to healthcare opportunities, agencies, and providers that will benefit clients.Create client friendly healthcare materials and other promotional materials.Plan, promote and execute monthly activities for residents of the shelter.Create a system to organize and maintain the shelter's donations that allows for easy inventory, tracking and distribution of items.Organize and coordinate events/campaigns that aid in resource development that support residents.Gather and compile database of community resources related to domestic violence and provide electronic access to New Horizons and CHC staff.Actively participant in all New Horizons, CHC, and partner meetings.Qualifications:High school or equivalent requiredProficiency in Microsoft office and internet-related applicationsExcellent time management and organizational skillsExcellent oral and written skillsDemonstrated ability to problem solve and remain calm during a crisisSuccessful clearance of all required criminal history checks (NSCHC)Able to travel between CHC sites and in statePreferred:Associate's degree in public health, social work related fieldKnowledge and understanding of community resourcesExperience in providing crisis intervention, coordination of services, advocacy and community outreach in working with vulnerable populationsExperience in resource developmentOrganization Information:Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC), with offices in Connecticut, Colorado and California, is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services, and a leader in practice-based research, health professionals training, and use of innovative technologies to advance health and healthcare. CHC is designated as a federally qualified health center and a patient-centered medical home by HRSA, the Joint Commission, and NCQA, respectively. We deliver more than 600,000 patient visits per year from primary care hubs and community clinics across the state of CT, all connected by technology and common standards for quality. We employ several hundred medical, dental, and behavioral health providers who are engaged in practice, teaching, and research. Our Weitzman Institute is devoted to research and practice transformation and is recognized around the country as one of the premier research institutes focused on improving health care and health outcomes for special and vulnerable populations. In addition, the organization has developed three wholly owned subsidiaries from the original pilot developments within the Weitzman Institute: the National Nurse Practitioner Residency and Fellowship Training Consortium (NNPRFTC), the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA), and ConferMed.Location:Middletown - Weitzman BuildingCity:MiddletownState:ConnecticutTime Type:Part time

Job Description Summary:Job Description:Job Description: Healthy Communities is CHC's Public Health AmeriCorps program designed to create cohesion in vulnerable communities and to promote healthcare and support services through outreach, awareness, linkage to care and support. Healthy Communities also serves to identify the unique and integral needs of our communities and neighborhoods and to establish strategic plans to address them. Service delivery will directly address the public health crisis in vulnerable communities and make healthcare and support services accessible through flexible delivery of services. AmeriCorps members will conduct community outreach, education, patient engagement, and link patients to CHCI care and referrals to community based assistance. Additionally, AmeriCorps members will participate in statewide and local activities which promote awareness of health and health services.This is an AmeriCorps Member role - Overdose Prevention Champion - that serves within the Center for Key Populations' Substance Use Health Program based in Middletown, but may supports activities at other CHC sites.Terms & Program Benefits:One-year service term from September 3, 2024 thru August 31, 2025Serve a minimum of 32 hours a week for a total of 1700 hours during service year$22,000 stipend over the course of one year, paid bi-weeklyAn education award of $7,395 at the end of successful service term completionThis is not a staff or volunteer position. This is the opportunity for you if you:Possess a positive energetic attitudePossess a genuine desire to work with and help othersWorks well with persons in vulnerable communitiesHave a strong interest in substance use health promotion (awareness and prevention)Thrive in a fast paced environmentCan take initiative and work independently as well as part of a teamAs an Overdose Prevention Champion for the Community Health Center, Inc., you will:Conduct monthly patient health education workshops; monitor the completion of pre-post surveys by workshop participants; and complete data entry for workshops and surveys.Track and document all completed patient engagement activities in patient's electronic health record.Plan and implement community events that promote harm reduction education and training.Create presentations and educational pamphlets about harm reduction.Conduct harm reduction trainings with staff, community providers, and patients.Participate in various outreach events to demonstrate how to use different harm reduction tools such as fentanyl and xylazine test strips.Develop statewide community resource list that provides patients in high risk categories enhanced resources for harm reduction tools and substance use treatment.Qualifications:High school or equivalent requiredProficiency in Microsoft office and internet-related applicationsExcellent time management and organizational skillsExcellent oral and written skillsSound judgment and decision making skillsDemonstrated ability to problem solve and remain calm during a crisisSuccessful clearance of all required criminal history checks (NSCHC)Able to travel between CHC sites and in statePreferred:Associate's degree in public health, social work related fieldBilingual English/SpanishUnderstanding of and ability to access community resourcesAbility to work collaboratively, building relationships and teamsExperience in providing crisis intervention, coordination of services, advocacy and community outreach in working with vulnerable populationsOrganization Information:Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC), with offices in Connecticut, Colorado and California, is one of the country's most creative and dynamic providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services, and a leader in practice-based research, health professionals training, and use of innovative technologies to advance health and healthcare. CHC is designated as a federally qualified health center and a patient-centered medical home by HRSA, the Joint Commission, and NCQA, respectively. We deliver more than 600,000 patient visits per year from primary care hubs and community clinics across the state of CT, all connected by technology and common standards for quality. We employ several hundred medical, dental, and behavioral health providers who are engaged in practice, teaching, and research. Our Weitzman Institute is devoted to research and practice transformation and is recognized around the country as one of the premier research institutes focused on improving health care and health outcomes for special and vulnerable populations. In addition, the organization has developed three wholly owned subsidiaries from the original pilot developments within the Weitzman Institute: the National Nurse Practitioner Residency and Fellowship Training Consortium (NNPRFTC), the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA), and ConferMed.Location:Middletown - Weitzman BuildingCity:MiddletownState:ConnecticutTime Type:Part time