R.N. Nurse | Adolescent and Family Services

Gandara Center • East Granby, CT

30d • $46 - $48

About The Position

We're looking for a Registered Nurse to work within our team model, establishing
open communications, support, and accountability among workers and consumers.
The RN will provide medication audits to programs and nursing triage to children
and adolescents receiving behavioral health treatment in short and long-term
community-based residential treatment programs. This role will also be part of
staff training & education, and client education groups, and will be willing to
collaborate with providers for the facilitation of medication administration,
obtaining doctor’s orders, and coordinating treatment.

Requirements

• Massachusetts RN Licensure
• 1-year minimum experience, ideally in residential facilities.
• Experience working with children/adolescents receiving behavioral health treatment.
• Have your own car and be willing to use it for work-related purposes.
• Willing to travel between sites located in Holyoke, Springfield, Chicopee, and Northampton.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/English)

Responsibilities

• Audit program medications; discuss errors with administration; help administration correct errors as appropriate.
• Provide medication training to staff, both first-time training and ongoing.
• Learn MAP protocols, and become a MAP trainer (RN).
• Learn Gándara Medication policy and provide staff training.
• Provide triage to ill children/adolescents as needed.
• Collaborate with Doctor’s offices on medical treatment for youth.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Culturally Diverse population
• Clinical Licensing Support
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees