40 hours - Flexible Schedule

The ideal candidate would work with the Program Manager to ensure the wellbeing of person served. Full training will be provided along with multiple supports.  Note:  this is a female only program.  Only female candidates will be considered.

JOB SUMMARY:

Collaborate with health care providers, and persons served team members, to develop and implement effective health care treatments and protocols. Encourage self-advocacy by persons served at appointments and engage individuals in developing their treatment plan. 

Review medical records and physician orders to ensure program compliance, updating information as needed.Assist with interviewing, hiring, and supervising nursing staff. Collaborate with the program manager to provide guidance for direct care and nursing staff, including implementing recognition for staff achievements and the progressive disciplinary process.Facilitate staff meetings and on-going program-specific medical trainings on diagnosis, protocols, safe care, and other heath related topics. Attend mandatory trainings and meetings. Disseminate training materials at the program level.Provide 24 hour on-call, on a rotating basis, to ensure nursing coverage and optimal service delivery.

EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS: 

Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of MassachusettsCPR certification requiredMust possess a valid driver's license in state of residence and satisfactory driving record

EXPERIENCE: 

3 years of nursing experience and prior supervisory experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

Knowledge of the theories, methods, procedures, and practices of nursing care.Basic computer literacy, including the ability to record data, use electronic time and attendance software, receive and send email, is required.Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver, and reposition 25 pounds.Ability to reach, bend, stand, sit and walk; perform fine motor activities.Work effectively in a moderate to occasionally loud work environment. 

When you join BAMSI's nursing team, you join a group of dedicated care givers, both RN's and LPN's who enjoy making lives better through hands on, personalized direct care that challenge critical thinking, analytical abilities, and support for wellness. Nurse Managers are the lead members of the multi-disciplinary team. The Nurse Manager will case manage the health care needs of individuals, provide training to staff, and communicate health care information to funders and other stakeholders. at BAMSI our nurses are in a unique position to provide care for individuals served in their home, in the community and with their friends. Our community-based group homes for adults with complex medical needs, developmental disabilities, acquired brain injury and/or mental illness are designed to support individuals in a large comfortable home setting. Persons served are encouraged to become active members of their communities including engaging in employment, volunteer activities as well as social and recreational activities. Our homes house 3-8 individuals each providing an opportunity to build relationship with those that you care for and their families.

BAMSI is a private, non-profit culturally diverse human services organization providing services to adults and children with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral health, and public health needs. We at BAMSI believe that those we serve are capable of amazing things and deserve our best.  We support them in their journeys and celebrate their accomplishments along the way.

We strive to offer valuable benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees’ lives. Our comprehensive benefits include:

Generous Time Off Packageup to 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday12 paid holidaysup to 2 weeks Sick TimeHighly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEU'sWeekend DifferentialHealth and Dental InsuranceLife, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance403B plan with discretionary matchWellness ActivitiesEmployee Assistance ProgramCareer Development Opportunities 

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