Introduction
Are you a passionate healthcare professional looking to make a tangible impact on Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Programs (HUSKY Health)? We will empower you to lead groundbreaking healthcare initiatives that drive program quality, enhance community health, and promote social justice. We believe in fostering strong partnerships and open communication, and we are committed to shaping policies that ensure equity and inclusivity. Are you ready to join us in leveraging your clinical expertise and data-driven decision-making skills to shape the future of healthcare in Connecticut?
Unique Opportunity
We Have An Outstanding Opportunity For a Nurse Consultant To Join Our Department Of Social Services (DSS). In The Division Of Health Services, Integrated Care Unit-Medical Administration, You Will Coordinate Administrative Service Contracting For HUSKY Health Medicaid And CHIP, Making a Direct Impact On Community Health And Well-being. As a Nurse Consultant, You Will Be Tasked With:
- Leading program quality, ensuring contract compliance for the medical ASO contract.
- Monitoring clinical contractual obligations, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and quality assurance activities.
- Serving as a liaison between department sections, healthcare providers, and the public to enhance communication and collaboration.
- Developing healthcare program goals, evaluating health service outcomes, and applying statistical data for data-driven decision-making.
- Leading value-based purchasing initiatives, addressing social justice issues in data science, and presenting program initiatives at internal and public meetings.
Benefits
The State of Connecticut prioritizes the well-being of our employees and recognizes the importance of maintaining a harmonious work-life balance. Alongside competitive compensation, we provide a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
To excel in this role, you'll bring:
A deep understanding of Connecticut’s Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (HUSKY Health), with the ability to interpret federal and state policies to ensure effective implementation. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to build strong partnerships, fostering open communication and shared goals. Your expertise in applying data-driven insights and healthcare standards will support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement. A commitment to addressing social justice in healthcare will be central to shaping policies that promote equity and inclusivity. Working together, we'll ensure that every project is managed smoothly, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining a focus on quality and impact.
Minimum Qualifications - General Experience
Four (4) years of experience as a professional nurse in a position involving supervision, consultation, education or administration.
Note
Administrative capacity is interpreted as having managerial responsibility in setting and implementing policies, carrying out program planning, and evaluating and coordinating special projects, etc. in the area specified in the appropriate parenthetical title. Consultative capacity is interpreted as providing professional expert nursing advice to other than subordinate staff on major programmatic issues in the area specified in the appropriate parenthetical title. Educational capacity is interpreted as experience in a full-time professional educational position instructing professional nurses in a formalized program or teaching students in an undergraduate or graduate nursing program in the area specified in the appropriate parenthetical title. Supervisory capacity is interpreted as having administrative supervision of registered nurses or other professional staff.
Special Requirements
Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current license as a registered professional nurse in Connecticut. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess certification as an Insurance Rehabilitation Specialist or be eligible for certification as an Insurance Rehabilitation Specialist. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
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.
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