Nurse Manager

$12,000 Sign on Bonus for New Employees * restrictions apply

        $3,000 at 30 days, $3,000 at 6 months and $6,000 after one year

 

Close proximity to Worcester 

 

$35.50 per hour

 

 

[40 hours] - Schedule: Sun-Thurs or Tues-Sat 8a-4p

 

BAMSI is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization founded in Brockton, Massachusetts, with a vision of driving change and creating equal opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental and behavioral health challenges.  Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc. (BAMSI) was incorporated on March 21, 1975 as South Shore Multi-Services Inc., under Chapter 180 of the Massachusetts General Laws, as a not-for-profit human service organization. On July 9, 1975, it changed its name to Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc. It was formed for the development, coordination, and delivery of integrated human service programs, and according to its website, its mission is “to empower people and enrich their lives, through compassionate support and diverse services, one individual, one family a time.” BAMSI employees up to 2,000 people and operates adult, child, and family services, assisting approximately 30,000 individuals each year in Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk, Bristol, and Plymouth Counties.

 

BAMSI is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Access for all; to creating a holistic system of care that meets people where they are; and abolishing the stigmas surrounding mental illness, disability, and addiction.

 

We strive to offer valuable benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees’ lives. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Generous Time Off Package
• up to 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday
• 12 paid holidays
• up to 2 weeks Sick Time
• Highly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEUs
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 403B plan with discretionary match
• Wellness Activities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Development Opportunities

*Available benefits are based on position and scheduled hours. 

Direct Care & Coordination of Medical Services:

Identify and case health related needs, monitor health status and work with staff, physicians and allied health professionals to formulate, coordinate and implement health related treatment plans and or protocols.

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to funder’s regulations, CARF, and DPH Medication Administration Program policies and regulations.

Provide direct care and support to individuals served as needed, including ADL care, transportation, and community outings.

Provide accurate and timely health related updates on individuals served to stakeholders including families, funders, guardians, and BAMSI team members.

Ensure medications, medical and safety supplies are available as needed.

Coordinate hospital admissions and discharges.

Utilize Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) practices, to create a thoughtful and supportive environment by ensuring activities, plans, and routines reflect the preferences, needs and goals of individuals.

 

Staff Management & Development:

Assist with interviewing and hiring nurses.

Identify and provide training to both staff and individuals served in relevant areas (e.g., health, hygiene, safety, diet, etc.).

Provide oversight of daily operations in absence of supervisor or designee, as requested.

Collaborate with the Program Manager to provide guidance for direct care staff and nursing staff, including implementing the progressive discipline process and recognition of staff achievements.

Supervise nursing staff, including implementing the progressive discipline process and recognition of staff achievements.

Provide orientation to new nurse managers, staff nurses and per diems. As needed, participate in agency clinical trainings, such as the electronic health record, Safe Individual Care, Nurse Competency, MAP overview, etc.

Quality Management:

Maintain medication books, house log books, etc. to ensure program compliance with all regulations.

Ensure safety standards and infection control procedures are followed.

Complete accurate written reports, assessments, etc.

Other:

Perform other related duties as needed or as assigned by supervisor or designee.

Provide coverage at day habilitation programs or other residential programs as needed.

Provide 24 hour on-call, on a rotating basis, to ensure nursing coverage, provide medical support, and access to resources.

Rotate schedule to work holidays and weekends as needed.

Participate in leadership and other nurse meetings.

 

• • Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
  • 3 years of nursing experience and prior supervisory experience preferred
  • CPR certification required
  • Knowledge of the theories, methods, procedures, and practices of nursing care.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license in state of residence and satisfactory driving record
  • Basic computer literacy, including the ability to record data, use electronic time and attendance software, receive and send email, is required.
  • Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, maneuver, and reposition 25 pounds.
  • Ability to reach, bend, stand, sit and walk; perform fine motor activities.
  • Work effectively in a moderate to occasionally loud work environment.

   

We at BAMSI appreciate your interest and consideration of roles in our organization.

BAMSI is an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran or military status and regardless of whether the qualified applicants are individuals with disabilities.

EEO is the Law
http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm

Reasonable Accommodations for Applying/Recruitment
Reasonable accommodations are adjustments made to remove workplace obstacles for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply for and perform their jobs.

Applicants who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, may be eligible for a reasonable accommodation in BAMSI’s application and selection process. A request for an accommodation will not affect opportunities for employment within BAMSI.

Arrangements can be made if you have a disability that requires an accommodation for completing an application form, interviewing or any part of the employment process. Requesting accommodations, in writing or verbally, can be initiated by a BAMSI employee, qualified applicant, or by someone acting on that person’s behalf. Either call 508-484-7171 or, send letter to Talent Acquisition, 15 Christy's Dr Brockton, MA 02301. Note: please do not use these contacts to follow-up on job inquiries.