Registered Nurse (RN) – Community Based Nursing

Ability Beyond•Bristol, CT

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About The Position

Ability Beyond is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide clinical oversight and care coordination for individuals in their homes and communities. The role supports people with a range of needs, including intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, acquired brain injuries, and complex medical needs. Nurses work across residential programs in a community-based setting, where daily responsibilities vary.

Requirements

Active Connecticut RN License.
Minimum of 1 year of RN experience.
Strong communication, organization, clinical judgment, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently while building strong partnerships with staff, providers, and families.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with young adults.
Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, acquired brain injuries, or other complex medical needs.
Experience in residential services, community health, behavioral health, rehabilitation, home care, or human services settings.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing oversight across multiple residential homes.
Monitor health status and respond to changing clinical needs.
Coordinate medications, treatments, medical appointments, and provider recommendations.
Partner with residential staff, healthcare providers, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Educate, coach, and support staff in meeting the health needs of the individuals they serve.
Use clinical judgment to identify concerns, solve problems, and advocate for person-centered care.
Ensure compliance with applicable clinical, regulatory, and agency requirements.