Part-Time Registered Nurse - Bilingual (English / Spanish)

NAFI Connecticut provides programs, consultation, and support services in a variety of settings across Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island. We work with adults, children, and families to increase communication and social skills, improve relationships, increase circles of support, and provide therapeutic services based on best-practice research. We believe that people can change, and we work to empower each individual in their own care.

NAFI Connecticut, Inc. (NAFI CT) is one of Connecticut’s most respected child and family serving agencies, with program locations across the state. We are seeking a Part-Time Registered Nurse (RN), approximately 20 hours per week, to join a short-term residential program providing compassionate, trauma-informed care for young women ages 12–17. The program provides comprehensive clinical, therapeutic, educational, medical, and case management supports designed to promote each young person’s health, safety, stability, and well-being while supporting successful transitions to family, caregivers, or other appropriate community settings. The Part-Time RN will work collaboratively with the program’s Full-Time Nurse and Medical Services Coordinator, as well as clinical, case management, educational, and residential staff, to ensure that youth receive coordinated, high-quality medical care and support. At NAFI CT, you’ll be part of a team of compassionate, skilled, solutions-oriented professionals who are unwavering in their commitment to the children and families in our care.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Work collaboratively with the Full-Time Nurse and Medical Services Coordinator to support the medical and health care needs of youth in the program
• Complete nursing assessments and health screenings, including assessments completed as youth enter the program
• Triage medical concerns and provide nursing guidance and follow-up as appropriate 
• Assist with coordinating appointments and follow-up for off-site medical services, including primary care, dental, vision, specialty, and other health care services
• Maintain thorough and accurate electronic health records in accordance with applicable laws, agency policies, and funder or regulatory requirements
• Support safe and effective medication management practices, including medication reconciliation and review of documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Collaborate with youth, families, caregivers, and community providers to promote continuity of care and successful transitions from the program 
• Provide health education and guidance to youth, families, caregivers, and staff regarding medical needs, medications, wellness, and follow-up care 
• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with health care providers, funding sources, collaborative partners, and other stakeholders 

Our Exceptional Benefits: 

• Generous paid time off 
• 3-6 weeks’ vacation, 7 sick days and 11 paid holidays each year 

Employee Health and Wellness: 

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage

(Reimbursements for fitness, weight loss, holistic health programs)  

• No cost employee assistance program 
• Voluntary employee focused wellness programs

Retirement and financial Planning: 

• Company matching 403b and no cost retirement consulting 
• Company paid for life Insurance and long-term disability 
• Public service loan forgiveness 
•  Insurance including accident, hospital indemnity, supplemental Life
•  Pet Insurance  
• Tuition reimbursement: Includes licensure fees, professional memberships

…and much more! 

 Desired Qualifications:

• A Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Connecticut with experience providing direct patient care, conducting medical assessments, and supporting medication management. 
• Committed to patient-centered, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed nursing practices grounded in an understanding of the impact of trauma on children and adolescents 
• Eager to work as part of an established medical and multidisciplinary team
• Comfortable working both independently and in partnership with the program’s Full-Time Nurse and Medical Services Coordinator to support continuity and consistency of medical care 
• Organized and detail-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures 
• Comfortable and flexible in a fast-paced residential environment
• Ability to work a flexible 20-hour-per-week schedule
• Some occasional flexibility to provide backup nursing consultation or coverage outside regularly scheduled hours may be requested based on program needs 

Salary/Hourly Rate: $40.00 per hour

Schedule: Part-Time – 20 hours per week Schedule to be determined based on program needs and candidate availability

Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination Statement: 

NAFI Connecticut, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class. Inclusivity and removing barriers are important to us. We are passionate about instilling a sense of belonging, celebrating diverse perspectives, and offering equal opportunities for employees to contribute and grow. We encourage members of underrepresented or marginalized communities and all those that share in these beliefs to apply. 

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