Residential Nurse: Empower Wellness & Independence

West Bay RI; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Platinum Benefits Package

Health insurance

401K plan

Job summary

West Bay RI in Cranston, RI is seeking a Registered Nurse for Residential Supports to coordinate medical, psychiatric, and medication services and promote wellness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes advocacy, care coordination, and education to support independence and quality of life.

Requirements include an Associate or BSN, RI RN license with at least 2 years of experience, and vaccination per RIDOH guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• RI RN license, minimum 2 years experience.
• Understanding of healthcare needs of individuals with chronic and/or mental health conditions.
• Strong communication, organization, clinical judgment, and care coordination skills.
• Compassionate, person-centered approach and commitment to promoting independence.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required in accordance with RIDOH guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor medical, psychiatric, and medication services while ensuring care meets individual needs and regulatory requirements.
• Advocate for the people we support, identify emerging health concerns, collaborate with care teams, and provide education that promotes wellness, independence, and improved quality of life.
• Support admissions and transitions, including medication orders, EMAR, electronic records and hospital discharge reviews.
• Coordinate care with healthcare providers, specialists, clinics, and hospitals.
• Develop individualized healthcare plans and participate in ISPs.
• Provide nursing consultation, guidance, and education to staff on health conditions, medications, vital signs, and procedures.
• Complete and maintain documentation.
• Conduct bi-weekly residential visits to assess needs and provide nursing support.
• Promote independence, wellness, self-care, and safe medication self-management.
• Maintain communication with families and healthcare professionals.
• Review incidents and provide appropriate nursing follow-up.

Job description

West Bay RI in Cranston, RI is seeking a Registered Nurse for Residential Supports to coordinate medical, psychiatric, and medication services and promote wellness for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes advocacy, care coordination, and education to support independence and quality of life.

Requirements include an Associate or BSN, RI RN license with at least 2 years of experience, and vaccination per RIDOH guidelines.