Registered Nurse - RN

Beacon Specialized Living; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Mileage reimbursement for local travel

Weekday schedule

Job summary

Beacon Specialized Living in Michigan is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to oversee medical care across residential homes, partnering with the Director of Nursing. This role requires travel between locations on a weekday schedule and offers a strong work-life balance.

The RN will provide skilled nursing, coordinate services, educate staff, and ensure high-quality, person-centered medical support. Collaboration with medical, clinical, and operations teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license for local travel.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral health needs a plus.
• Proficient with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medical care across residential settings with the Director of Nursing.
• Travel to assigned homes and provide skilled nursing care.
• Coordinate healthcare services and educate staff.
• Ensure person-centered medical support.
• Educate DSPs on medication administration and infection prevention.
• Audit medication room, eMAR, and electronic records.
• Assist with care planning and policy development.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and state regulations.
• Serve as a clinical resource to interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Autonomous work

Education

RN license (Active)

Job description

Posted Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Registered Nurse (RN)

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding career that offers exceptional work-life balance? Join Beacon and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, severe mental illness, and complex medical needs.

Why Join Beacon?

• Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts
• Scheduling flexibility to support work-life balance
• Competitive benefits package
• Mileage reimbursement for local travel
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with individuals and care teams
• Supportive, collaborative nursing leadership
• Mission-driven organization making a difference every day

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you'll partner closely with the Director of Nursing to oversee the medical care of individuals served across residential settings. You'll travel to assigned homes, provide skilled nursing care, coordinate healthcare services, educate staff, and ensure individuals receive high-quality, person-centered medical support.

This position is ideal for an RN who enjoys autonomy, building relationships, and working collaboratively with medical, clinical, and operations teams.

What You'll Do

• Assess individuals upon admission and complete ongoing nursing assessments
• Administer medications, vaccinations, and physician-ordered treatments
• Monitor health conditions, infections, and chronic medical needs
• Coordinate medical, psychiatric, dental, and specialty appointments
• Provide diabetic foot assessments and first aid as needed
• Triage medical concerns and communicate with physicians and psychiatrists
• Educate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) on medication administration, infection prevention, and proper use of medical equipment
• Conduct medication room, eMAR, and EHR audits
• Assist with care planning and policy development
• Support infection prevention initiatives and health education
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, state regulations, and company policies
• Serve as a clinical resource to interdisciplinary teams

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience preferred
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel locally between residential locations
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral health needs is a plus
• Proficient with electronic medical records and computer systems
• Must successfully pass required background screenings

What Makes You Successful

We're looking for nurses who are:

• Compassionate and person-centered
• Organized and self-motivated
• Strong communicators and educators
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
• Passionate about improving the health and quality of life of others
• Committed to delivering care with integrity and excellence

About Beacon

Beacon is a nationally recognized behavioral health organization providing residential services and supports to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, severe mental illness, and individuals with high-acuity behavioral and medical needs.

Our team members are united by a shared mission: providing exceptional care while creating opportunities for individuals to live healthy, fulfilling lives within their communities.

If you're looking for a nursing career where you can make a lasting impact while enjoying a consistent weekday schedule and outstanding work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.