Registered Nurse

Full Time Registered NurseThe NEEDS Center is seeking a Full Time Registered Nurse for our day programs and residential group homes in Beverly, MA and surrounding area. Offering a $1,000 sign on bonus ($500 upon hire and $500 after 6 months of employment).In this role, you will deliver and coordinate the provision of residential health care supports for all individuals served through training, monitoring, documenting of required medical services, interfacing with various health care providers and coordinating follow-up, as well as providing essential care. You will complete assessments, progress notes, trainings and documentation to ensure compliance with residential home regulations.This is a full-time position.Location: Beverly, MA (and surrounding area)Salary: $95k-110K annuallySchedule: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm with occasional night and weekend hours. (On call 2 weekends per month)Essential Duties:MAP (Medication Administration Program) trainer or willing to become oneFamiliar with residential MAP programsCoordinate care with specialists in our day program and residential homesEnsure follow up care is completed after medical appointmentsProvide nursing assessments as needed.Audit and identify areas of weakness/ trends in the residence and provide feedback and trainingProvide routine medical and medication trainings within the homesProvide on call telephone triage as neededPrepare residences for state audits such as CARF and QUESTAssist in the opening of new residential homes within the agencyCoordinate new admissions to the homesCommunicate with families, guardians and DDS.Track annual physical, dental and vaccine information for all individuals.Assist with nutrition and menu planning in the home in conjunction with nutritionistRequirements:Massachusetts Nursing License in good standing.Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.Experience in working with adults with developmental disabilities in a behavioral setting preferred.Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.Current CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care certification or ability to obtain the certifications.Computer skills a must.Excellent communication skills.Benefits Include:Health insurance (Blue Cross/Blue Shield)Dental insurance, Vision insurance, and FSA403B Retirement Plan (with 50% company match the past 10 years)Generous PTO11 Paid Holidays PLUS your birthday off.Tuition Reimbursement and Tuition Remission.The NEEDS Center is a non-profit organization that specializes in providing services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). There is a particular emphasis on providing services to individuals with interfering challenging behavior and/or dual diagnosis. The NEEDS Center's philosophy is rooted in the tenets of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Positive Behavior Support (PSB). The services and supports provided by the NEEDS Center draw on the best of both disciplines in order to assist individuals to become as independent as they can be.