Registered Nurse II

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking a qualified nursing professional with strong leadership skills for our Registered Nurse II (RN II) position. The Registered Nurse II acts as healthcare advocate and oversight person for individuals with developmental disabilities at our Hogan facility in Danvers. The RN II also acts as the healthcare consultant to the residential program. Responsibilities include health care education, medical assessment and support, advocacy and liaison with health care providers, and oversight of medical records and medication administration. The RN II serves as an advocate to individuals to ensure compliance with human rights.

 Note: Position is located at 4 Hathorne Circle, Hogan Regional Center, Danvers.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Provides primary nursing care by assessing the health status of individuals, administering/supervising treatments, recording health care, and evaluating and adjusting care in conjunction with other providers.
• Identifies and participates in the provision of preventative, diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative care for individuals under his/her care. 
• Develops and implements health care plans in accordance with Primary Care Provider orders and established policies while integrating the behavioral and health care needs of individuals to maintain optimum health and function. 
• Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary Individual Service Plan (ISP) Team by providing required assessments, plans, and documentation to ensure integration of health care and rehabilitative needs. 
• Develops relationships with staff, health care providers, and families/guardians and facilitates communication of medical information.
• Evaluates the residential environment and makes recommendations to ensure health and safety are maintained and psycho-social and physical development are promoted. 
• Schedules and/or attends medical appointments to ensure coordination of medical and nursing needs and will act as liaison for hospitalized residents and their family members and/or residential service provider team members.
• Provides direct clinical supervision and evaluation of LPN staff. Develops nursing caseload assignments in conjunction with Health Care Coordinator. 
• Maintains Medication Administration Program (MAP) trainer certification and provides training to staff to ensure regulatory compliance. 
• Oversees the proper use and maintenance of nursing supplies and equipment to maintain appropriate level of care.
• Identify and refer clinical and administrative issues, which impact the individuals’ health care, to the appropriate supervisor. 
• Participates in the RN/LPN interview process as requested, and will provide health-related training to individuals, staff, and families to enhance the early resolution of health problems, maintain health, and avert complications. 
• Participates in Survey & Certification compliance and will be an active member of various teams, e.g., Clinical Team.
• Utilizes the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' information systems “Home and Community Services Information System” (HCSIS). 
• Basic familiarity with PC-based systems and software is required.

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