Operations Nurse

Vinfen•Haverhill, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Nurse provides direct care nursing to persons served as well as provides oversight of the medical and clinical operations of medically complex programs in conjunction with the Nurse Manager. Ensures proper standards and regulations are adhered to as set forth by the funding sources and that programs meet the quality standards and provide value to the public. Assures appropriate utilization of medical resources necessary for the delivery of quality medical care.

Requirements

Must complete provided CPR training within 2 weeks of hire and provided Safety Care training within 90 days of hire
Valid LPN credentials in Massachusetts required.
Must be able to successfully pass a multistate CORI, reference check, employment verification, education and credentialing background check
Knowledge of human services relative to current assignment
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues
Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques
Knowledge and use of different communication and learning styles
Knowledge of organizational, strategic, participatory, collaborative skills
Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, community, and other resources
Knowledge of available equipment, therapies, and service providers
Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices
Knowledge of participatory planning techniques
Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
Knowledge of decision-making processes and ability to communicate same
Ability to provide leadership and team management to staff
Ability to balance many competing priorities
Ability to make independent judgments and decisions
Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment
Minimum of 2 years’ nursing experience in acute or chronic care setting.
Demonstrated theoretical and practical knowledge of nursing practice, leadership abilities, and effective communication skills required.
CPR required within 2 weeks of hire
Safety Care is required within 90 days of hire
LPN in state of service required.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience preferred.
Preference will be given to candidates with significant experience in the human service field.
May be asked to obtain CBIS (Certified Brain Injury Specialist)

Responsibilities

Assists in the training of staff (C.N.A.s, LPNs) appropriate to the position. Utilizes staff appropriately with the goal of optimizing effort and providing necessary medical/nursing care.
Supports the Nurse Manager-BID in managing staff clinical performance. In conjunction with the PD, provides direction, training, and coaching; implements recognition and rewards programs.
Completes comprehensive medication and documentation reviews on-site for persons served in accordance with MAP
Delegates care assignments with an understanding of staff roles, knowledge, and capabilities. Provides ongoing comprehensive assessment, care planning, interventions, and coordination/scheduling of care for individuals served.
Completes Nursing assessments for complex persons served as directed by the Nurse Manager and during vacancies.
Updates electronic health care records with medical documentation as needed
Participates in various internal and external meetings regarding treatment/support planning.
Provides outreach and creates environments in which family, friends, and established relationships of the person served can be fostered. Communicates with individuals and families in a manner that conveys respect, caring, and sensitivity.
Provides problem resolution for staff and persons served.
Fosters teamwork and leadership in work groups. Serves as, role model, and change agent.
Serves as a resource for program staff, family and friends of persons served, neighbors, public officials, and other providers.
Ensures program quality and achievement of goals and objective, as well as managing quality improvements.
Provides on-call back up and on-site support and intervention, when necessary.
Stores, administers, documents, and disposes of medication for persons served consistent with Massachusetts Nursing Practice ACT and MAP requirements, funding source regulations, and Company policy. Ensures program compliance with Vinfen MAP protocols.
Maintains and enhances staff’s knowledge

Benefits

A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan
First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance!
Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!)
Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
15 days of Vacation per year
11 Paid Holidays
10 Sick Days per year
3 Personal Days per year
Educational Assistance and Remission Programs
$500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap!
Discounted YMCA memberships
Access to discounted movie tickets