What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing position at Wrentham Developmental Center?
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Wrentham Developmental Center is seeking a dynamic, caring,
mission-driven nursing professional with excellent organizational, management and leadership skills for the critical
position of Director of Nursing for the Wrentham Developmental Center located in Wrentham, MA. Reporting to the
Assistant Facility Director the selected candidate will be responsible for the complete and total oversight of the 24-hour
daily operation of the Wrentham Developmental Center Nursing Department.
In this vital leadership role, the Director of Nursing will be responsible for but not limited to, maintaining safe nursing
staffing patterns, utilization and deployment of staffing resources, management of budgets, overtime costs and oversight
of all hiring and disciplinary practices for the Nursing Department.
Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):
- Show recognition of the inherent dignity and worth of all people who live and work at WDC by treating them with respect
- Ensure nursing services are provided to meet the acute, episodic, and long-term care needs of people within the
care for all people.
- Maintain compliance with Federal, State, DDS, Facility, and Nursing Department standards by designing audits to ensure
- Maintain high level of skill among staff by identifying learning needs by arranging, monitoring, and measuring outcomes
- Supervise the performance of unit assigned supervisory nursing staff by direct observation, review reports, supervision
- Assure the clinically complex evaluation and admission procedures are followed during an emergency admission.
- Collaborate with Shriver, supervisory and management personnel by meeting on a regular and as-needed basis to
- Assume specialized administrative and clinical nursing roles by providing direction to the Nursing Department to ensure
- Utilize all available data/reports (including but not limited to Meditech/HCSIS/QE Reports, Investigations) and any other
- Manage the Nursing Department in a fiscally responsible manner by promptly filling vacancies to achieve adequate
- Oversee all the activities of the Nursing Department’s nursing supervisors (RNIV’s) by setting performance guidelines
nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ensure new admissions to Facility (both transfers and respite) have appropriate residential placement, uncomplicated
- Ensure compliance with Administration and Department Policies.
- Act as the Facility Infection Control Lead
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing and at least 4-years of experience.
- Knowledge of the field of intellectual disabilities and the service needs of the resident population.
- Proficient understanding of principles and practices of adult nursing including modern long-term care and theories of
- Demonstrated knowledge of standard nursing policies, procedures, methods, techniques, safety practices and medical
- Ability to establish relationships with individuals, families, providers, physicians, and employees.
- Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to collaborate with staff at all levels.
- Proven experience in all aspects of quality improvement in a healthcare setting.
- In depth understanding of labor laws and managing across multiple collective bargain agreements.
- Commitment to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment for both individuals and employees.
- Strong technology skills and experience working with electronic medical records (Meditech systems).
- Proficient usage of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Please note: This is a confidential position and as such is excluded from Bargaining Unit 7 under the MNA collective bargaining agreement. Therefore, most benefits are governed by the Commonwealth's "Red Book". (For example: your dental/vision benefits will be with the Group Insurance Commission).
This position is also expected to be included in a periodic weekend day shift “Administrator on Duty.” Schedule flexibility is required to attend events and supervise staff.
About the Department of Developmental Services:
For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds
Pre-Hire Process:
A tax & background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Human Resources Division prior to the candidate being hired.
Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.
- Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.
Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:
- Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppc-abuser-registry
- Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori
- National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks
- Pre-Employment Physical (Hogan and Wrentham Developmental Centers Only)
As part of the hiring process, the Office of Human Resources will be verifying any college-level degrees conferred to the selected candidate. Additionally, any licensure required for the position will be verified. Information provided as part of the hiring process is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.
Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.
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For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.
ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
1. A Graduate degree with a major in nursing may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*
- Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
- Recent graduates from an approved school of nursing must have applied for the first available registered nurse examination.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
