Nurse III - Clinical Lead, Medication Administration

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Developmental Services in Massachusetts seeks a Registered Nurse III to oversee the Medication Administration Program (MAP) within Central West state-operated homes. The RN III will train staff, ensure policy compliance, and supervise MAP operations to uphold high standards of care.

Based in Northampton and traveling across the Central West Region, the role requires clinical leadership, regulatory knowledge, and a commitment to ongoing staff development and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of RN experience in a hospital, clinic or medical facility.
• Six months in a supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity.
• Current and valid RN license under Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
• Travel throughout Central/West Region may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supervises the administrative and clinical operations of the Central West MAP program.
• Maintains MAP Trainer certification and provides staff training.
• Reviews MAP program compliance with DDS/DPH policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Fosters high standards of resident care through orientation and continuing education.

Skills

Professional nursing

Leadership

Training

Travel

Record keeping

Communication

Education

Registered nurse license

Tools

PC-based systems

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Department of Developmental Services in Massachusetts seeks a Registered Nurse III to oversee the Medication Administration Program (MAP) within Central West state-operated homes. The RN III will train staff, ensure policy compliance, and supervise MAP operations to uphold high standards of care.

Based in Northampton and traveling across the Central West Region, the role requires clinical leadership, regulatory knowledge, and a commitment to ongoing staff development and quality improvement.