RN or LPN - Residential

Devereux•Rutland, MA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Devereux Massachusetts and Rhode Island is seeking a dedicated RN or LPN for a full-time position in Rutland, MA. This role involves making a difference in the lives of children in need within a residential setting. The nurse will play an integral role in admission assessments, assessing individuals, documenting health status and medical history, administering medications, and assisting with treatment plans. Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with the treatment team, including psychiatrists, external agencies, and guardians. The position offers a supportive team environment and the opportunity to work with vulnerable individuals, helping them build strengths and improve their lives.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older
A valid driver's license is required
Graduated from an accredited school of nursing
Must hold a current RN license by the Massachusetts State Board of Nursing
Must be able to attend a 2-week paid orientation, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM, in Rutland, MA

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with children and adolescents preferred

Responsibilities

Play an integral role in admission assessments
Assess individuals
Collect and document individual's current health status and medical history
Administer medications
Assist with initial treatment plans and the treatment planning process
Communicate information related to the individual's medical care and behavior with the treatment team, including the psychiatrist
Be responsible for oversight of assigned caseload of individuals residing in group homes
Work collaboratively with team members, external agencies, and/or guardians

Benefits

License renewal CEUs as part of our nurse continuing education program
On-going training opportunities - internal training in the behavioral healthcare field and job-related trainings and conferences
Performance evaluations with ongoing coaching conversations
A stable, national non-profit employer with a strong support system that is forward-thinking in clinical practice and research
192 PTO hours/year and 64 sick hours/year
403b retirement account with guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential for additional 2% match
Free Life Insurance up to 2x annual salary
Blue Cross Health Insurance plans
Short & Long Term Disability, Dental, Vision, Accident, Identity Theft, Pet, and more insurance options
Free Employee Assistance Program for help with mental health, work-life balance, general wellbeing, and more
Discounts on Hotels, Rental Cars, Theme Parks, Electronics, and more
Devereux's custom ASCEND career-accelerator program (tuition payments, student loan repayment, and other benefits)
Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance
Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day)
Voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage
Employee assistance / work-life balance program