AFC Registered Nurse (Lowell, MA)

Nonotuck Resource Associates•Lowell, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Nonotuck Resource Associates is seeking a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse to provide nursing support based on the needs of its program and service model. The role focuses on comprehensive care, assessments, and collaboration and does not involve skilled nursing activities. The RN supports people with disabilities in community and home settings through the agency’s Shared Living and Adult Family Care services. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. It includes a hybrid office/work-from-home model, visits to the homes of people served, flexibility to meet job demands, and participation in the on-call system as assigned. Weekend work may be needed. Nonotuck is a community-based agency providing residential services to people with disabilities. Its services emphasize personal preferences, community inclusion, and freely given relationships. The RN works with members, caregivers, families, guardians, physicians, agency employees, and funding sources to support appropriate care and community living.

Requirements

Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license.
Two years of recent experience working with elderly people or adults with disabilities.
Computer skills and organizational planning ability.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Valid driver’s license and excellent RMV record; subject to an RMV background check.
Background check required.

Nice To Haves

Prior community experience with the Department of Developmental Services, Adult Foster Care Services, and HCBS waivers is ideal.
Knowledge of supporting individuals with brain injury or chronic conditions affecting their ability to live safely in the community is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Complete intake and assessments for new referrals and as required thereafter.
Conduct nursing assessments and submit Prior Approval requirements according to members’ insurance coverage.
Supervise, train, and evaluate caregivers.
Develop and maintain detailed Individualized Plans of Care.
Conduct on-site visits with each member according to determined need and more often as needed.
Monitor the health status and general needs of members and caregivers to ensure proper care delivery.
Report changes in members’ health status to their physicians, director, team members, and other pertinent parties.
Collaborate and communicate with agency employees, caregivers, families, guardians, people supported, and funding sources.
Complete nursing progress notes at each visit and meet other documentation requirements for the service type.
Plan and implement appropriate discharges or transitions of care.
Provide ongoing health and aging education and training to members and caregivers.
Perform supervisory duties as assigned.
Participate in the on-call system as assigned.
Drive to the homes of people served.
Work weekends as needed and remain flexible to job demands.

Benefits

$3,000 sign-on bonus.
401(k) with employer match.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Disability and life insurance.
Flexible spending account, health savings account, and dependent care account options.
Paid time off.
13 paid holidays.
Annual increase with profit sharing.
Hybrid office/work-from-home model.
Mileage reimbursement.
Flexibility.
Wellness programs and dedicated wellness hours.
Good starting salary and yearly raises with potential profit sharing.
Opportunities for professional growth.