Licensed Practical Nurse (Discharge Planner)

Looking to join our team and be a part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of individuals in our custody and in the community? If yes, the State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) is seeking a highly motivated Licensed Practical Nurse (Discharge Planner) to work at Corrigan Correctional Center in Montville, Connecticut. Apply today!

What we can offer you

At the Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC), we offer an exceptional opportunity for nurses who are looking to foster their careers in Connecticut. By joining our team at the Corrigan Correctional Center in Montville, you will have the chance to work in a world-class organization that values your expertise and dedication. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

As a part of our team, you can expect the following:

• Explore our new State Employee Benefits Overview page to get an understanding of the various benefits we provide to our employees.
• The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule! This recognition highlights our commitment to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. We believe in investing in our employees' success.
• A healthy work/life balance is a priority for us. We are committed to fostering an environment that supports the personal and professional growth of all employees.

Position highlights

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (Discharge Planner) at Corrigan you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop and maintain a tracking system to identify upcoming discharges, including EOS, TS, Probation and Parole;
• Monitor and coordinate upcoming discharges for un-sentenced inmates in collaboration with Jail Diversion, Jail Re-interview and other community agencies/programs;
• Liaise with parole officers, probation officers, court personnel, community agencies and other stakeholders to address any barriers to successful reintegration;
• Coordinate with Community Release DOC contracted halfway house programs and CHNS to ensure that appropriate documentation and preparations are completed for transfers;
• Meet with inmates and assess for post discharge medical, mental health, substance abuse, housing employment, and social support to create individualized plans;
• Facilitate orders for 30-day supply of all discharge medications and complete a W-10 Interagency Referral Form as indicated, including discharge from court when assistance is requested;
• Arrange community follow up care and appointments as appropriate;
• Complete and facilitate review of entitlement applications as indicated, communicating with other departments and state agencies as necessary;
• Coordinate transfer of care to appropriate inpatient mental health community agency, medical hospital, and skilled nursing facilities as indicated;
• Coordinate referrals to DMHAS/DDS as appropriate;
• Coordinate/assist with emergency commitment (PEC) as indicated;
• Assist with guardianship or conservatorship applications/proceedings as indicated;
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with, inmates, DOC staff and community agencies to develop comprehensive transition plans for inmates returning to the community;
• Attend appropriate interagency meetings and participate on committees as assigned by supervisor;
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of discharge plans and efforts in the inmate Health Record including but not limited too: assessments, transition plans, referrals and progress notes;
• Facilitate access to Medicaid, Medicare, or other healthcare coverage options for eligible individuals;
• Advocate on behalf of inmates to ensure their needs are met and rights are protected during the reentry process;
• Provide training to correctional staff and community partners on reentry best practices as needed;
• Stay informed about trends, research, and best practices in reentry services by attending interdisciplinary seminars and other community trainings, and incorporate new knowledge into program development and service delivery;
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the ongoing evaluation and enhancement of reentry programs;
• Perform other tasks as dictated by Discharge Planning Supervisor;
• For more details, please refer to the class specification.

This position is full time on first shift, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM until 3:00 PM.

About us

The Connecticut Department of Correction has been proudly serving and protecting the citizens of the State of Connecticut since 1968. We operate 14 correctional facilities and are widely recognized as a national model for safety, security, and order. Our mission is to not only ensure the safety and security of our facilities but also to provide programming, education, and treatment that empower willing inmates to improve themselves and successfully reintegrate into society.

At the Department of Correction, our dedicated correctional professionals embody our values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dignity, and Excellence (PRIDE) every day. We foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment that values and respects everyone's contributions.

The Corrigan Correctional Institution and the Radgowski Correctional Institution were consolidated in May 2001 as the Corrigan-Radgowski Correctional Center. This facility confines both pretrial and sentenced offenders. It serves superior courts in Danielson, New London, Norwich and Windham.