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| Company Name: |
Community Health Resources |
| Location: |
Putnam, CT |
| Position Type: |
Full Time |
| Post Date: |
01/31/2026 |
| Expire Date: |
03/02/2026 |
| Job Categories: |
Healthcare, Other, Healthcare, Practitioner and Technician, Nonprofit and Volunteer Services |
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Registered Nurse: Milestone- Per Diem- 6606
<p><strong><em>A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it's like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters.</em></strong></p>
<p><strong>JOB TITLE:</strong> Registered Nurse</p>
<p><strong>EMPLOYMENT TYPE:</strong> Per Diem</p>
<p><strong>SCHEDULED HOURS: </strong>Varies, Monday-Sunday 1st shift 7AM-3PM or 2nd shift 3PM-11PM coverage</p>
<p><strong>PROGRAM/LOCATION:</strong> Milestone, Putnam, CT </p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">ABOUT THE PROGRAM</span>: MILESTONE</strong></p>
<p><span>Milestone is a 30-day intensive level 3.7 residential treatment center designed to accommodate and treat women with a history of substance abuse, trauma, and mental health issues. Our program is recovery-oriented, gender-responsive, and trauma-informed. The overall goal of treatment is to help women find real hope for recovery. Milestone offers individual and group counseling, case management, and aftercare planning services. This program also provides treatment for co-occurring disorders, with substance abuse as their primary diagnosis. Treatment is individualized and targeted around the needs essential to moving forward toward employment, housing, and family stability. Milestone is part of CHR's Center of Excellence for Women/Women and Children at our Putnam campus. Length of day is less than 30 days and are then referred out to a step-down program to further address their co-occurring disorders.</span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES</strong><strong>:</strong></span></p>
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<li> Perform initial nursing assessments and document ongoing assessments of patients’ response to treatment.</li>
<li> Responsible for accurate input of computer data.</li>
<li> Execute the medical and medication regimen of care as prescribed by the physician/APRN</li>
<li> Provides clients with daily methadone doses and prescribed take-home doses.</li>
<li> Monitor urine toxicology screens and breathalyzers.</li>
<li> Administer PPD tests or screens.</li>
<li> Educate the patient/family toward an understanding of healthy living.</li>
<li> Respond to medical/psychiatric emergency needs of patients, following CHR policies and procedures.</li>
<li> Adhere to the standards for Medication Assisted Treatment and Substance Use Residential Programs as maintained by DPH, DMHAS, Joint Commission, D.E.A., and the U.S. Federal Government.</li>
<li> Monitoring of methadone stock and ordering as described in CHR policies and all regulatory bodies.</li>
<li> Restocking methadone supply upon delivery.</li>
<li> Communicate with treatment team regarding patient status and progress.<br /> Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.</li>
<li> Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.</li>
<li> Assists LPNs by providing training, and oversight as needed.</li>
<li> Additional duties as required.</li>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>Education:</strong> Degree in Nursing.</p>
<p><strong>Experience:</strong> Experience in substance use preferred.</p>
<p><strong> Licensure/Certification/Registration:</strong> Current RN license in the State of Connecticut required, Certification in CPR, and must have a valid driver’s license. </p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Why Join CHR?</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>🏆</strong><strong> Award-Winning Workplace:</strong></p>
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<li>Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!</li>
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<p><strong>🕒</strong><strong> Generous Time Off:</strong></p>
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<li>Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!</li>
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<p><strong>💰</strong><strong> Retirement Savings:</strong></p>
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<li>Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.</li>
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<p><strong>🏥</strong><strong> Comprehensive Insurance:</strong></p>
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<li>Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!</li>
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<p><strong>🎓</strong><strong> Education & Tuition Support:</strong></p>
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<li>Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.</li>
<li>Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).</li>
<li>Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>📚</strong><strong> Career Development:</strong></p>
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<li>FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!</li>
<li>Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.</li>
<li>Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>💪</strong><strong> Wellness Program:</strong></p>
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<li>Annual wellness stipend.</li>
<li>FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families</li>
<li>Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!</li>
<li>Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>🎤 Employee Involvement:</strong></p>
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<li>Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>📢</strong><strong> Stay Informed:</strong></p>
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<li>Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.</li>
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<p><strong>🌟</strong><strong> And So Much More:</strong></p>
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<li>Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!</strong></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>COMPENSATION*:</strong></span> </p>
<p> $40/hr</p>
<p>*Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!</em></strong></p>
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| Company Name: |
Community Health Resources |
| Website: | https://recruiting.ultipro.com/COM1063CHRI/JobBoard/b94848f1-373d-444d-80f0-e324dae8d006/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=3bb56208-86db-4983-992b-351fbd08d03a |
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