Psychiatric Registered Nurse Job in Danbury, Connecticut US

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

 

Ascend is seeking several Registered Nurses (RNs) with psychiatric experience across the state, including:  New Haven - Bridgeport - Fairfield - Danbury Torrington

 

Position Summary:

Ascend and the CT Department of Social Services (DSS) have partnered to provide clinically excellent face-to-face evaluations for persons seeking nursing facility admission or continued stay.  These clinical interviews and summaries help to determine the services and placements that will best serve each individual.

 

We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RN) with mental health experience to conduct clinical interviews on a flexible, independent contract basis for Connecticut’s federally required Pre-Admission Screening Resident Review (PASRR) program.

 

Ascend Offers You:

·         Flexible Evaluation Times during the day, evening, or on weekends

·         The opportunity to supplement your income while actively working or retired

·         The ability to perform the occasional evaluation to meet your scheduling needs

·         Ascend clinicians and project staff will provide you with comprehensive training and support

 

Qualified Applicants Must: 

·         Maintain valid licensure in the state of Connecticut in one or more of the following areas: RN, APN

·         Have a minimum of three years combined experience working with individuals who are geriatric and have a mental illness diagnosis  

·         Not be employed by a CT nursing facility, a CT Hospital, the CT Department of Social Services, or a state affiliated psychiatric hospital 

·         Be willing to cover a 45-minute drive time radius from your home  

·         Pass a criminal background check  

·         Have access to high speed internet, a Windows PC or laptop, and Microsoft Word

 

About The Opportunity:

Ascend’s endless pursuit of excellence in everything we do extends to your career as well. Our organization offers competitive rates to qualified professionals.  This is a wonderful opportunity to supplement your current income, whether actively working or retired, while conducting an important and valuable service to the citizens of Connecticut.  If you (or one of your colleagues) meet our qualifications and this sounds like something you would enjoy, we would love to hear from you!

 

About the Company:

Ascend Management Innovations LLC offers a single source solution for a wide range of government health care needs. We specialize in mental health and intellectual/developmental disabilities assessment services to federal, state, and local government agencies, businesses, and community organizations with the objective of improving health care processes and outcomes, as well as the health status of the populations we serve. Ascend is recognized nationally as an expert in providing specialized evaluation services for people with disabilities.  This is your chance to become our new expert.

 

For More Information, please contact Stephanie at 877-431-1388, Ext 3208.

 

To be considered for this opportunity, please Apply Online below or Fax your resume to: Stephanie at 877-431-9568.