Registered Nurse/MAP Nurse Monitor

About the role

The Registered Nurse will provide nursing care and manage the ongoing health care of residential clients in assigned program(s). The Registered Nurse will also function in the role of “Nurse Monitor” as part of the Medication Assistance Program (MAP).

Responsibilities

• Develop and ensure implementation of a comprehensive health/wellness component to program planning, including environmental, nutritional, exercise and fitness
• Maintain on-going Quality Assurance by monitoring a MAP site’s medication administration system to ensure compliance with DPH, DMH and DCF regulations, licensing requirements and MAP policies
• Oversee all aspects of the administration of medications, training and supervision of MAP certified staff to administer medications, and the preparation of leave of absence medications
• Assure compliance with all regulatory guidelines
• May be asked to serve as a MAP Certified Trainer
• Observe, no less than once every 12 months, all certified staff employed at the site prepare and administer medication in a manner consistent with all MAP policies, procedures and protocols
• Oversee the nursing assessment and ongoing evaluation of clients including vital signs and anthropometric measurements, as prescribed
• Monitor the effectiveness, side effects, adverse reactions, and drug interactions of all medications
• Oversee the coordination of medical, diagnostic and laboratory appointments
• Conduct annual health screening procedures and assure that all immunizations are current
• Cookordination of the delivery of health care with ancillary staff, family members, guardians, psychiatrists, primary and specialty health care providers, and other professionals within the Home and with external organizations
• Maintain on-going communications with primary health care provider
• May be required to administer medication outside of role of Nurse Monitor, including insulin and/or other injectable medications, under nursing license
• Complete reports and documentation needed for client records, the Home and collateral and regulatory agencies
• Provide and coordinate health education for clients and families and training for staff
• Assure that all medication and medical supplies are ordered, received and checked for accuracy, monitor supply budget

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years nursing experience, pediatric and/or psychiatric nursing preferred
• Ideal RN candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, MAP trainer preferred
• Certified in CPR and Standard First Aid; MAP Trainer
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer with the ability to learn new software applications

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of pediatric and/or psychiatric nursing practices
• Experience with medication administration and quality assurance

Benefits

What The Home Can Offer You In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance are available
• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

Pay

Pay Range Positioning Summary The pay range listed represents the company’s good faith estimate of the salary or wage range for this position at the time of posting, as required under applicable law. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity relative to other employees in similar roles. Candidates with less directly related experience may be placed toward the lower end of the range, while those with extensive or specialized experience may be placed toward the higher end. Market conditions and budget considerations may also influence final pay decisions.