MAP Trainer, RN

Cooperative for Human Services•Lexington, MA

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

The MAP Trainer, RN is responsible for coordinating and delivering Medication Administration Program (MAP) training and supporting the organization in maintaining a knowledgeable, competent, and appropriately certified workforce. The primary focus of this position is to ensure that MAP certification, recertification, testing, and related training requirements are effectively managed and completed in accordance with applicable MAP requirements and organizational expectations. The MAP Trainer works closely with program leadership, Healthcare Services, Human Resources, and Training to identify upcoming certification needs, schedule training opportunities, monitor completion, and help prevent lapses in staff certification. When MAP training and certification responsibilities permit, the MAP Trainer will support the Healthcare Services team with program monitoring, medication administration oversight, healthcare-related training, audits, and other nursing activities consistent with the needs of the organization.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Minimum of two years of nursing experience is required.
Current MAP Trainer certification or ability to obtain MAP Trainer certification within the first 30 days of employment.
Knowledge of medication administration, healthcare documentation, infection control, and community-based healthcare practices.
Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple training schedules, deadlines, certification requirements, and follow-up activities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to effectively train employees with varying levels of experience and learning needs.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with nursing, program, training, and administrative teams.
Valid drivers license and ability to independently travel to CHS program locations.
Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or within community-based human services strongly preferred.
Experience providing adult education, employee training, or competency-based instruction preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and conduct MAP certification and recertification training for employees in accordance with applicable MAP requirements and organizational procedures.
Proctor required MAP testing and support employees through the certification and recertification process.
Maintain an organized system for tracking MAP training, testing, certification, recertification, and upcoming expiration dates.
Work proactively with program leadership and appropriate administrative departments to identify staffing and certification needs and schedule training sufficiently in advance to maintain appropriate MAP-certified staffing.
Follow up on incomplete training, testing, or certification requirements and communicate concerns or potential certification gaps to appropriate leadership.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of MAP training, testing, certification, and other required records.
Provide regular updates regarding MAP training activity, certification status, upcoming needs, and areas requiring management attention.
Serve as a resource to employees and managers regarding MAP training requirements, medication administration practices, and related policies and procedures.
Conduct MAP and medication administration audits at program locations as assigned and assist programs in identifying and correcting areas of noncompliance.
Provide specialized healthcare training as qualified and needed, including vital signs, high-alert medications, G-tube care, oxygen, medical devices, infection control, seizure response, and other healthcare-related topics.
Collaborate closely with the Director of Healthcare Services, Healthcare Coordinators, program leadership, and other departments to promote consistent medication administration and healthcare practices throughout the organization.
When MAP training responsibilities permit, conduct program visits and assist Healthcare Coordinators with review and monitoring of healthcare documentation, medication administration systems, medical orders, appointments, healthcare follow-up, and other areas related to the health and safety of individuals served.
Assist in identifying opportunities to strengthen medication administration systems, healthcare practices, training materials, policies, procedures, and staff competency.
Provide consultation and support to employees and managers regarding healthcare and medication administration issues within the scope of the position and professional nursing practice.
Promote and protect the rights, dignity, health, and safety of each person served.
Maintain professional communication and collaboration with employees, individuals served, families and guardians, healthcare providers, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders as appropriate.
Participate in organizational quality improvement activities, meetings, committees, and initiatives as assigned.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with all organizational policies, applicable regulations, and professional nursing standards.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor related to the organization's mission, goals, healthcare services, and operations.