Registered Nurse
About the role
At Aspire Living & Learning, we don't just talk about making an impact, we live it. For more than 40 years, we've supported neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland as they discover their passions, unlock their potential, and live more independently in their communities. Our person-centered services evolve with people's needs, from education and behavioral health to residential and community-based supports. We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths. Join our collaborative, mission-driven team and bring your skills to work that makes a real difference every day.
Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking a Registered Nurse, RN to play a vital role in ensuring that nursing procedures for care and medication administration programs, medication documentation meet all regulatory and Aspire Living & Learning standards. The RN will conduct initial and refresher Medication Certification training and annual trainings for nursing procedures as needed. This role will ensure compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements having to do with nursing care, medication storage and administration at registered sites; providing program oversight, training and audits for nursing care and medication administration. Additionally, develop internal procedures and practices to support compliance with state regulations having to do with the storage, handling, and administration of medications at registered sites as well as nursing care protocols.
Responsibilities
- Ensure nursing procedures for care and medication administration programs and medication documentation meet all regulatory and Aspire Living & Learning standards.
- Conduct initial and refresher Medication Certification training and annual trainings for nursing procedures as needed.
- Ensure compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements related to nursing care, medication storage, and administration at registered sites.
- Provide program oversight, training, and audits for nursing care and medication administration.
- Develop internal procedures and practices to support compliance with state regulations regarding the storage, handling, and administration of medications at registered sites, as well as nursing care protocols.
Qualifications
- Current, valid RN license.
- Current, valid state certification to train mandated medication administration course and/or meet state requirements to become a certified trainer, if applicable.
- Experience with children and young adults up to 21 with developmental disabilities/dual diagnosis preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of nursing care and medication administration regulations.
- Ability to identify training needs and develop and deliver appropriate training based on needs.
- Ability to conduct medication and nursing audits.
- Excellent training skills.
- 5 years’ experience working with medication administration procedures and regulations preferred.
- 5 years developing and delivering medication administration training preferred.
- Must have satisfactory background checks.
- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 7am–3pm
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance – Choose from multiple medical plans, with vision coverage included at no extra cost.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options – Use pre-tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.
- Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON – Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match – A 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary.
- Generous Paid Time Off – Paid sick, personal, and vacation days, plus holidays.
- Professional Growth Opportunities – Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
- Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services and more.
Pay
$40,000–$53,000