Registered Nurse - Residential Supports IDD

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) Residential SupportsMonday–Friday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM | 40 Hours/Week Salary: $85,280 AnnuallyMake a Difference Every DayAre you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference beyond the traditional healthcare setting?Join our team and use your nursing expertise to promote the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). In this rewarding role, you'll build meaningful relationships with the people we support while partnering with families, healthcare providers, and an interdisciplinary team to ensure each person receives the highest quality of care. Our nurses play a vital role in helping people supported take greater responsibility for their own health, develop self-care skills, and live as independently as possible.What You'll DoAs a Registered Nurse, you will coordinate and monitor medical, psychiatric, and medication services while ensuring care meets individual needs and applicable regulatory requirements. You'll also advocate for the people we support, identify emerging health concerns, collaborate with care teams, and provide education that promotes wellness, independence, and improved quality of life.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport admissions and transitions, including medication orders, EMAR, electronic records and hospital discharge reviews.Coordinate care with healthcare providers, specialists, clinics, hospitals, and community resources.Assist management team with follow-up appointments, labs, and other healthcare services.Develop individualized healthcare plans and participate in interdisciplinary treatment teams and ISPs.Provide nursing consultation, guidance, and education to staff on health conditions, medications, vital signs, and procedures.Complete and maintain accurate nursing and medical documentation in compliance with agency policies and Rhode Island regulations.Conduct twice-weekly residential visits to assess needs and provide nursing support.Promote independence, wellness, self-care, and safe medication self- management.Maintain communication with families and healthcare professionals.Review incidents and provide appropriate nursing follow-up.Be Part of Something BiggerThis position is more than administering medications or coordinating appointments. You'll be an advocate, educator, care coordinator, and trusted healthcare professional helping individuals with IDD achieve greater independence and quality of life.You'll also have opportunities to:Participate in agency training activities and provide training and education to staff on health-related topics, including signs and symptoms of illness, vital signs, medication management, and appropriate nursing procedures.Help orient new nursing staff and team members.Contribute to community and public education initiatives.Attend staff, nursing, discipline, and committee meetings as assigned.Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team dedicated to person-centered care.What You BringTo be successful in this role, you'll have:Graduation from an accredited nursing program.An Associate Degree or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).A current Rhode Island Registered Nurse (RN) license.A minimum of2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse.An understanding of the healthcare needs of individuals with chronic and/or mental health conditions.Strong communication, organization, clinical judgment, and care coordination skills.A compassionate, person-centered approach and a commitment to promoting independence.Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required in accordance with RIDOH guidelines.What We OfferAnnual Salary: $85,280 Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (Flexibility required)We offer a comprehensive Platinum Benefits Package valued at over $20,000 annually, designed to support your health, financial well-being, and quality of life. Benefits include Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance with HMO and PPO options, a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Delta Dental, Eye Med Vision Insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and agency-sponsored life insurance.You'll also receive four weeks of prorated vacation time, sick time, holiday pay, and a 401(k) retirement plan, along with AFLAC supplemental coverage options for accident, cancer, and life insurance. Employees may also take advantage of up to $2,400 annually in tuition reimbursement, providing valuable support for continued professional growth.Additional perks include pet insurance, identity theft protection, and a $1,000 employee referral bonus. We also believe in celebrating our team and offer employee appreciation and celebration events throughout the year.Join Our TeamIf you're an RN who wants to combine your clinical expertise with purpose, advocacy, and relationship-centered care, we'd love to hear from you.Bring your nursing skills to a role where the care you provide can help someone live a healthier, more independent, and fulfilling life. (EEO)

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