MAP Director – Rest Homes (Nurse Leader)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse VI to lead the Medication Administration Program (MAP) for Rest Homes. The role focuses on governing MAP oversight, regulatory compliance, training, and data-driven program improvements across facilities.

The Director will coordinate with Rest Home administrators, nursing directors, and vendors to ensure MAP adherence, certification processes, and MOR reporting, while driving equity and collaboration

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of health care administration.
• Ability to work independently and in an organized, detail-oriented fashion.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate data and draw conclusions, make appropriate recommendations, and provide oral and written reports to administration.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and MAP-related policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide Department oversight of the MAP to ensure compliance with DPH regulations, policies, and standards.
• Oversee MAP compliance reviews and provide technical assistance to MAP-registered Rest Homes.
• Interpret and explain applicable laws, regulations, standards, rules, and policies governing medication administration.
• Develop, revise MAP curriculum and training materials to ensure accuracy and currency.
• Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to address program issues and improve MAP operations.

Skills

Healthcare administration

Independent work

Data analysis

Oral and written reporting

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Education

Registered Nurse license

Nursing degree (Graduate degree in nursing)

Job description

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse VI to lead the Medication Administration Program (MAP) for Rest Homes. The role focuses on governing MAP oversight, regulatory compliance, training, and data-driven program improvements across facilities.

The Director will coordinate with Rest Home administrators, nursing directors, and vendors to ensure MAP adherence, certification processes, and MOR reporting, while driving equity and collaboration