Part-Time RN​/MAP Nurse Monitor

Part‑Time RN/MAP Nurse Monitor – Bonus Eligible For Up To $7500

Apply for the Part‑Time RN/MAP Nurse Monitor – Bonus Eligible For Up To $7500 role at The Home for Little Wanderers.

This position is eligible for up to a $7,500 bonus! The Part‑time schedule is 24‑30 hours a week and is split between two Boston‑based programs with scheduling flexibility.

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing and Program Director, the Registered Nurse will provide nursing care and manage the ongoing health care of clients. The Registered Nurse will also provide additional duties and will function in the role of “Nurse Monitor” as part of the Medication Administration Program (MAP).

• In collaboration with the Administrative Team, develop and ensure implementation of a comprehensive health/wellness component to program planning, including environmental, nutritional, exercise and fitness.
• Provide ongoing 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.
• Coordinate 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 ongoing 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.

• Minimum of three years of 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.

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.

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.

Mid‑Senior level

Part‑time

Health Care Provider

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