Registered Nurse (Part Time)

The NEEDS Center; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 47,840 - 52,400; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403B Retirement Plan

PTO

Job summary

The NEEDS Center in Massachusetts is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for our residential group homes on Cape Cod. You will deliver and coordinate residential health care supports, complete assessments, progress notes, trainings, and ensure compliance with home regulations.

Hours are 20 per week, Mon-Fri 12pm-4pm or 1pm-5pm, with an hourly pay of $46.00-$50.00 and a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Massachusetts Nursing License in good standing is required, CPR/First Aid/Safety Care certifications

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Nursing License in good standing.
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities in a behavioral setting preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care certification or ability to obtain the certifications.
• Computer skills a must.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate residential health care supports; train, document and monitor required medical services.
• Complete assessments, progress notes and trainings to ensure compliance with residential home regulations.
• Coordinate care with specialists and ensure follow-up after medical appointments.
• Provide nursing assessments as needed and support on-call triage.
• Assist in opening new residential homes and coordinating admissions; communicate with families and DDS.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Discover a career that makes a real difference at The NEEDS Center! Join a passionate team dedicated to supporting people with autism and developmental disabilities to lead more independent lives. With opportunities for growth, a supportive work environment, and the chance to create meaningful impact every day.

Create Meaningful Change

Create meaningful change for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while also pursuing personal and professional growth on your journey.

Grow Together

The NEEDS Center provides career-long development, including diverse training, field instruction, and opportunities for direct care staff to advance into supervisory and management roles. We are dedicated to supporting our employees in reaching their fullest potential, ensuring the highest quality care of the individuals we serve.

The NEEDS Center is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse for our residential group homes on Cape Cod.

Offering a $1,000 sign on bonus ($500 upon hire and $500 after 6 months of employment)

In this role, you will deliver and coordinate the provision of residential health care supports for all individuals served through training, monitoring, documenting of required medical services, interfacing with various health care providers and coordinating follow-up, as well as providing essential care. You will complete assessments, progress notes, trainings and documentation to ensure compliance with residential home regulations.

This is a part-time position. 20 hours per week.

Hourly Pay: $46.00-$50.00

Hours are Mon-Fri 12pm-4pm or 1pm-5pm

• MAP trainer or willing to become one
• Familiar with residential MAP systems
• Coordinate care with specialists
• Ensure follow up care is completed after medical appointments
• Provide nursing assessments as needed.
• Audit and identify areas of weakness/ trends in the residence and provide feedback and training
• Provide routine medical and medication trainings within the homes
• Provide on call telephone triage as needed
• Prepare residences for state audits such as CARF and QUEST
• Assist in the opening of new residential homes within the agency
• Coordinate new admissions to the homes
• Communicate with families, guardians and DDS.
• Track annual physical, dental and vaccine information for all individuals.
• Assist with nutrition and menu planning in the home in conjunction with nutritionist

Requirements:

• Massachusetts Nursing License in good standing.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
• Experience in working with adults with developmental disabilities in a behavioral setting preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care certification or ability to obtain the certifications.
• Computer skills a must.

Benefits Include:

• 403B Retirement Plan
• PTO (prorated for p/t hours)

The NEEDS Center is a non-profit organization that specializes in providing services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). There is a particular emphasis on providing services to individuals with interfering challenging behavior and/or dual diagnosis. The NEEDS Center’s philosophy is rooted in the tenets of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Positive Behavior Support (PSB). The services and supports provided by the NEEDS Center draw on the best of both disciplines in order to assist individuals to become as independent as they can be.