Registered Nurse – Residential Program

Multicultural Community Services Of The Pioneer Valley•Springfield, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Multicultural Community Services (MCS) is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to support its residential programs and help deliver high-quality, person-centered care. This role offers an opportunity to join a collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to innovative and inclusive services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD). MCS supports adults with developmental disabilities and co-occurring physical and mental health conditions, with a focus on compassion, cultural awareness, and strong community connections.

Requirements

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Massachusetts
Minimum of 2 years of RN experience
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel between residential sites throughout the workday within the greater Springfield area.

Nice To Haves

Residential or community-based experience preferred
Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Strong knowledge of the Medication Administration Program (MAP)
Experience conducting audits and ensuring regulatory compliance
Experience training or presenting to groups

Responsibilities

Provide clinical guidance to residential staff supporting individuals with ID/DD.
Collaborate with the Lead RN, Clinical Director, PBS clinicians, and interdisciplinary team.
Participate in team meetings to review plan of care and health outcomes.
Serve as a Medication Administration Program (MAP) consultant in accordance with DPH policies.
Conduct physical assessments and respond to changes in individuals’ health status.
Support safe hospital discharges and follow-up care.
Provide MAP and health-related training to staff under the direction of the Lead RN.
Serve as a resource for residential staff regarding incident follow-up, medical needs, and safe hospital discharges.
Perform MAP audits and ensure compliance with DDS and DPH regulations.
Adhere to standards set by DDS, DPPC (mandated reporting), and OQE indicators.
Monitor infection control practices and safety procedures.
Maintain accurate and timely medical records and documentation.
Report and document medication errors, incidents, and health changes.
Attend ISP meetings, MAP meetings, and medical appointments as needed.
Support continuous quality improvement and best practices in care delivery.