What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Day Nurse position at COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS INC?
Community Connections Inc. is looking for a Registered Nurse to join our Day Center team based in Fall River, MA where you will work Monday - Friday, no eves/nights or weekends. In this role you will support individuals with disabilities by overseeing all health-care services provided to consumers, providing direct care and in-service training in relevant medical and health-related issues, and coordinating medical services with each consumer’s primary physician or medical clinic. You will aid Community Connections in their mission to provide optimal independence and enriching services to people with disabilities. We are looking for someone with a commitment to care, integrity and serving the community.
What You'll Do as a Registered Nurse:
- Dispense and document consumer medications
- Participate in individual case record reviews on all consumers’ with program’s team
- Conduct medication reviews regularly
- Review all pertinent consumer health concerns weekly with Clinical Team
- Monitor and record vital signs and weights every six months or as needed
- Contact physicians, family/community residences, guardians, health care professionals and service coordinators as necessary regarding specific consumer medical issues
- All other job-related duties as assigned
What You'll Need as a Registered Nurse:
- Fully licensed with the Massachusetts Nursing Board
- Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university preferred
- 1 year's experience in a community health setting
- 1 year’s experience in a training program for individuals with developmental disabilities
- Valid driver's license, access to a motor vehicle, and satisfactory driving record
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Strong computer and word processing skills
Who You Are as a Registered Nurse:
- An advocate for individuals with disabilities
- A nurse looking for a regular schedule
- An advocate for community health
- An organized, self-starter
What Community Connections Can Provide You:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Health Insurance
- Blue Cross Blue Shield MA Dental Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue 20/20 Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- PTO: 9 Paid Holidays, 10 Vacation days, 3 Personal days
- PFML
- Employer paid Group Life/AD&D Insurance
- Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
- 403b Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match
- A workplace with both heart and soul with an outstanding employee culture
- Personal and professional development
- The opportunity to positively impact the lives of the people we serve
To be considered for this position, please apply through our official website at https://communityconnectionsinc.org/careers. Thank you!
Community Connections Inc. is an EEO employer, disability and veterans.
For a current list of all of our career opportunities please visit https://communityconnectionsinc.org/careers
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38.00 - $42.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Physical Setting:
- Community health center
Application Question(s):
- Are you ready to make meaningful friendships with people with disabilities?
- What is your ideal schedule?
- What is your salary expectation?
- What is the best method to contact you?
- This is a benefitted position, 30 hours per week. Are you able to work 30 hours per week?
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Fall River, MA 02720 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fall River, MA 02720: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38 - $42