Nurse Advocate for Developmental Disabilities
4 weeks ago
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking a qualified nursing professional to fill the Registered Nurse II position. As a key member of our team, you will provide healthcare advocacy and oversight for individuals with developmental disabilities living in residential group homes.
Responsibilities:
Provide primary nursing care by assessing the health status of individuals, administering/supervising treatments, recording health care, and evaluating and adjusting care in conjunction with other providers.
Identify and participate in the provision of preventative, diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative care for individuals under your care.
Develop and implement health care plans in accordance with Primary Care Provider orders and established policies while integrating the behavioral and health care needs of individuals to maintain optimum health and function.
Function as a member of the interdisciplinary Individual Service Plan (ISP) Team by providing required assessments, plans, and documentation to ensure integration of health care and rehabilitative needs.
Develop relationships with staff, health care providers, and families/guardians and facilitate communication of medical information.
Evaluate the residential environment and make recommendations to ensure health and safety are maintained and psycho-social and physical development are promoted.
Schedules and/or attends medical appointments to ensure coordination of medical and nursing needs and will act as liaison for hospitalized residents and their family members and/or residential service provider team members.
Provides direct clinical supervision and evaluation of LPN staff. Develops nursing caseload assignments in conjunction with Health Care Coordinator.
Maintains Medication Administration Program (MAP) trainer certification and provides training to staff to ensure regulatory compliance.
Oversees the proper use and maintenance of nursing supplies and equipment to maintain appropriate level of care.
Identify and refer clinical and administrative issues, which impact the individuals' health care, to the appropriate supervisor.
Participates in the RN/LPN interview process as requested, and will provide health-related training to individuals, staff, and families to enhance the early resolution of health problems, maintain health, and avert complications.
Participates in Survey & Certification compliance and will be an active member of various teams, eg. Clinical Team.
Utilizes the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' information systems "Home and Community Services Information System" (HCSIS).
Basic familiarity with PC-based systems and software is required.
About the Department of Developmental Services:
The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members.
DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.
Requirements:
Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic or medical facility, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below
Substitutions:
I. A Graduate degree with a major in Nursing may be substituted for the required experience.
Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
Special Requirements:
Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. Recent graduates from an approved school of nursing must have applied for the first available registered nurse examination. Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license may be required.
Benefits:
The Commonwealth offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a retirement plan and paid time off. We also offer opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
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