Registered Nurse (per diem)

VITRA Health • Brockton, MA

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About The Position

YourADH is seeking a Registered Nurse for its Adult Day Health program, which supports older adults and individuals with disabilities through coordinated nursing care, therapeutic services, social engagement, nutritious meals, and meaningful activities. The RN provides compassionate, person-centered care and helps participants remain active and connected within their communities. The role also involves community engagement, relationship building, and connecting individuals and families with services that support independence, health, and quality of life. The nurse works with participants, caregivers, healthcare providers, and community partners, and serves as a brand ambassador for Vitra by reflecting its vision, mission, and values.

Requirements

• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Previous experience in an Adult Day Health setting or comparable work experience.
• 1–2 years of direct service experience working with older adults, people with chronic disabilities, or individuals with memory loss and/or dementia.
• Excellent knowledge of clinical standards and regulations.
• Strong time-management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and close attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in English and Cape Verdean Creole or another secondary language is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nursing assessments for each participant upon admission, upon changes in status, and at discharge.
• Coordinate participant care with families, guardians, physicians, nursing facilities, residential providers, and other relevant parties, and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Supervise medication management, nursing services, and medical treatments required for participants’ inclusion in the program.
• Maintain a database of medical documentation appropriate to participants’ inclusion in the program.
• Write and update nursing notes to document significant changes and health care teaching in participants’ health records.
• Respond appropriately to acute changes in participants’ health or daily activities.
• Provide health care education to participants and their legally authorized representatives.
• Obtain reports and treatment-plan approvals from primary care physicians and coordinate care with primary care providers and, where applicable, community service providers.
• Review each member’s nursing and medical services, developmental skills training program, and needs monthly, and participate in quarterly participant reviews.
• Ensure ongoing education, training, and professional development for program staff relevant to participant care.
• Observe and monitor each client’s participation in the program and document pertinent information in progress notes, including absences and follow-up.
• Monitor participants’ individual dietary and supplemental feeding plans as prescribed by their physicians.
• Provide leadership that supports a positive team approach.
• Supervise maintenance of a healthy and safe participant environment by implementing program policies concerning the environment, safety, and security.
• Represent Vitra as a brand ambassador, reflecting its vision, mission, and values.
• Show genuine interest and compassion for the communities served and commitment to the diversity of clients and team members.
• Mentor and support team members.
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and opportunities as needed.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Competitive pay rate
• Wellness and self-care benefit
• Supportive team structure and company culture with a focus on work/life balance
• Upward career movement and growth

What This Job Offers

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