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Director of Nursing- Adult Services
Revere, MA, USA
Req #20054
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Are you eager to dive into the dynamic world of developmental disabilities and make a real impact? Get ready to take center stage as Director of Nursing in our Adult Services Division!
Get Ready to Transform: Your Role in Action:
- Coordinate and ensure the quality of healthcare services provided to individuals served.
- Maintain knowledge of individuals served, including significant medical history, current medical problems, current medications, and baseline behaviors and presentation.
- Assist/advise administrative and direct care staff to ensure all individuals receive primary, preventive, and rehabilitative healthcare as needed, including support services (e.g. VNA, Hospice, etc.)
- Oversee special equipment use. Obtains orders for equipment as needed.
- Healthcare liaison to parents/guardians, May Institute employees, external healthcare providers, pharmacies, medical supply companies, and regulatory agencies (DDS, MassHealth, etc.) as needed.
- Develop and maintain systems to ensure accuracy and thoroughness of all healthcare services.
- Manage the Center's infection control program.
- Provide ongoing training and in-services to May Institute employees.
- Serve as a first aid and health information resource for staff and individuals.
- Coordinate and provides training to staff on MDPH's Medication Administration Program (MAP).
- Maintain certification as a MAP trainer.
- Obtain and maintain MA controlled substance registrations (MCSR) from MDPH for each residence.
- Oversee and maintain the medication occurrence reporting system.
- Assist/advise the administrator on new admissions.
- Coordinate yearly pharmacy reviews for all programs.
- Supervise nursing staff at residences (in MA and NH) and Day Habilitation Programs.
- Provide telephone consultation services during shift.
- Participate in and coordinate administrative on call weekend responsibilities on a rotating basis.
Your Skills and Talents: A Winning Combination!
- Current RN license in MA.
- Minimum of 5 years' related work experience.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) or commensurate experience.
- Previous medication teaching experience preferred.
- Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
- Valid driver's license.
Unlock the aMAYzingness: Why This role!
- Generous Paid Time Off: Dive into relaxation with ample vacation time, 10 paid holidays, and 19 PTO days to start. Plus, celebrate your birthday with a floating holiday just for you!
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Stay covered with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Investing in Your Growth: Level up your skills with paid training and certification opportunities.
- Support When You Need It: Access confidential support and guidance through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Financial Flexibility: Enjoy benefits such as a dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), LTD and STD insurance coverage options, and voluntary benefit choices.
- Investing in Your Education: Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance programs.
- Secure Your Future: Plan for retirement with confidence through our 403B retirement plan with employer match.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of transformation? Join us and let's make a difference together!
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- Revere, MA, USA
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