Head Nurse; Office​/On-site

Overview

Head Nurse

Office/On-site
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Location:

Southbury, CT

Recruitment #FL-002 | Date Opened: 1/15/2026 | Close Date: 1/21/2026 | Salary: $91,192 - $120,638/year (Salary commensurate with education and/or experience) | Job Type: Open to the Public

Introduction

Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse seeking a fulfilling role where you can truly impact the lives of individuals with disabilities?

The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) - Southbury Training School currently has one (1) full-time 1st shift job opportunity as a Head Nurse.

Incumbents in this class must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in CT or hold a Multistate or Compact RN License.
New! Connecticut has joined the Nurse Licensure Compact effective October 1, 2025.

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• Location: Southbury Training School, Southbury, CT
• Shift: PCN 16225, Full-time, first shift, 40 hours/week
• Schedule:
  • Week 1: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. Regular Days Off Friday & Thursday.
  • Week 2: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday & Wednesday. Regular Days Off Friday, Monday & Thursday

• View our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
• A healthy work-life balance to all employees!
• The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.  for more information.

• Engage in a rewarding career
• Make a difference in the public sector
• Work together in a collaborative team environment

The mission of DDS is to partner with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.

Start with us. Stay with us. Grow with us.

For Those Who Hold An RN License In a State Other Than Connecticut And Wish To Apply For a Connecticut License, Please:

• Review the eligibility and documentation requirements for CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license;
• Complete a CT DPH online application (Public Health Practitioners grouping → Registered Nurse);
• Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s Nursys® System. Follow the prompts to send verification to CT. Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through Nursys. Contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification.

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  Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support.
• If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at  or Edward.
  
  Magnano.

• Meet
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the closing date. Specify your qualifications on your application.
• Educational Credits:
  List earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately. If outside the U.S., provide documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service.
• Resume Policy:
  Resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. Additional documentation may be requested as the process progresses.
• Preferred Shift/
  
  Location:
  
  Select all locations/shifts you are willing to work on your application.
• Timely Submission:
  All materials must be received by the deadline. Late submissions are rarely accepted except for documented events. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM.
• Salary Calculations:
  Civil service salary calculations may vary by state branch.
• Note:
  
  The only way to apply is via the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center.

• Referral Questions:
  Complete any required Referral Questions by the questionnaire’s expiration date.
• Prepare For An Interview:
  Review the Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression.
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