Registered Nurse (RN Day Hab)- Department - 774

Bridgewell strengthens communities by providing an unmatched range of social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed, and productive lives.

Bridgewell delivers support through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education, and employment training.

We're committed to helping people in need, from those with autism to people with substance use disorders, become engaged members of their communities.

Bridgewell is also the industry leader in developing innovative offerings responding to unmet or emerging needs.

Our employees take pride in making every day count to its fullest. They are committed to adding value to the lives of the people we support, and they bring energy, ideas, and a passion for service.

Does this describe you? Then please consider joining our incredible team!

Connecting People with Possibilities

Mission : Bridgewell inspires hope and empowers people experiencing life challenges to achieve their fullest potential.

DEIB Statement : Bridgewell strives to reflect the diversity of our employees and the people we serve by cultivating an equitable, inclusive environment that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves.

We encourage, support, and celebrate the many voices and cultures of Bridgewell. With dignity, caring, integrity, and respect at our core, we embrace the diverse experiences that enrich our community daily.

Summary : Under the supervision of the Healthcare Coordinator of Day Habilitation Services, the RN will assist coordination of medical services;

provide health care services, and other medical documentation as needed.

Schedule : 30 hours per week. Flexible schedule Monday- Friday 8 : 00am-4 : 00pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assist the Healthcare Coordinator in coordinating medical services with each recipient's primary care physician, medical clinic, or residence.
• Provide healthcare services to all individuals.
• Assist in completing all required medical documentation (i.e. Seizure reports, med and treatment charts, etc.)
• Establish and oversee groups in relevant areas (i.e. Hygiene, women's or men's groups)
• Provide in-services and training to all staff monthly regarding pertinent medical information (services, communicable diseases)
• Inform the clinical team of all medical changes, needs, and concerns.
• Complete medical treatments as indicated.
• Complete medication disbursement and all required documentation.
• Purchase all necessary medical supplies.
• Maintain all appropriate certifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and / or Experience :

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current registration with the Massachusetts Board of Registration on Nursing.
• One year experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• One year of experience in a community setting.

Knowledge / Skills :

• Knowledge of Day Habilitation Regulations, and CARF standards.
• Knowledge of behavior management and Human rights.
• Excellent organizational skills, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to climb stairs.
• The employee must be able to lift and / or move up to 20 pounds.
• The employee must have a normal range of eyesight with or without corrective lenses, and have a normal range of hearing with or without corrective equipment.

Bridgewell offers :

• Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision. We believe our benefits package is one of the most competitive.
• Generous paid time off includes your birthday (that's right, we even give you your birthday off!)
• A collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
• With over one hundred programs in the North Shore, Lowell, and Merrimack Valley we provide excellent opportunities for training and development.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

Why Should You Apply : If the top benefits alone don't sway you, our compassionate and collaborative work environment should! Bridgewell is committed to training and developing staff and provides opportunities for you to have a positive impact on the work you do.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requires acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.

Bridgewell is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.