Registered Nurse/MAP Coordinator

Job Details: Job Location: Residential Allocated (71) - Needham, MA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $93600.00 - $93600.00Salary/year, Job Shift: Day, Department: Residential DepartmentClassification: Salaried, ExemptReports To: Director of Nursing💙 More Than a Job — A Chance to Make a DifferenceLooking for a career with purpose? Join a mission-driven organization where the work you do creates a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.If you are compassionate, dependable, and passionate about empowering others to reach their fullest potential, we invite you to bring your talents, heart, and dedication to our team.Come be part of something meaningful. Come make a difference. Milestone/Retention Bonus💰 $3,000 First-Year Bonus OpportunityReceive up to $3,000 in additional compensation throughout the first year, distributed through regular bonus payments based on eligibility and continued employment. Bonus payments are distributed throughout the first year and are contingent upon meeting all applicable eligibility and employment requirements, including the timely completion of all required training programs and certifications.IntroductionThe Residential Registered Nurse / MAP Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, and compliant healthcare services across the Residential Department at CRC. This position provides oversight in: Healthcare quality assurance while maintaining a non-case-carrying role.The position offers a consistent work schedule with regular shifts and no weekend responsibilities, supporting a healthy work-life balance.This role serves as a key resource for staff, families, and individuals supported by the organization and is responsible for: Coordinating Medication Administration Program (MAP) training and compliance Managing MOR documentation Ensuring regulatory adherence according to DDS and DPH standardsThe position drives continuous quality improvement by auditing nursing practices, supporting staff development, and ensuring medical policies align with best practices and state/federal requirements. Requires clinical expertise, leadership, and a collaborative approach to foster teamwork and accountability.Essential Program DutiesOther duties may be assignedQuality Assurance Develop, interpret, and ensure consistent application of policies and procedures related to medical/nursing record keeping Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements Conduct audits of healthcare records and develop documentation tools as needed Monitor implementation of health plans through auditing and documentation Compile compliance data to identify trends and areas for improvement Conduct and follow up on interdisciplinary HealthCare Oversight Committee meetings quarterlyNursing Consultation, Case Management & Coordination Assess individuals’ ability to self-medicate Maintain relationships with healthcare providers and understand insurance/Medicare/Medicaid regulationsHealth Care Training Provide MAP certification training and exam preparation Conduct refresher courses and maintain MAP documentation Ensure facilities maintain DPH certification for medication administration Stay current on DDS, DPH, and MAP regulationsMAP Coordination Oversee MAP trainings and procedures ensuring compliance with regulations Monitor MOR reporting and required retraining according to agency policies Facilitate additional medical trainings required by MAPRequired Skills & ResponsibilitiesInterpersonal Skills Interact positively, professionally, and effectively with all stakeholders Build relationships to enhance communication and understandingTeamwork & Cooperation Collaborate with team members and management to achieve department and agency goals Accept new or additional assignments flexiblyDependability Follow through on responsibilities with accuracy and consistencyCommunication Present information clearly in both written and oral forms Listen actively and respond appropriately in individual or group settingsPlanning & Organization Plan and manage work to meet deadlines Prioritize multiple tasks effectively and adapt to changing conditionsResponsibility Adhere to company policies and proceduresAttendance & Initiative Arrive on time and attend required meetings and trainings Demonstrate self-reliance, problem-solving, and initiative in completing job responsibilitiesData Collection & Management Collect, compile, and report information accurately and promptlyQualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing; MAP teaching certification preferred within six months Current RN licensure in Massachusetts Minimum of 2 years RN experience in healthcare or school settings Experience with developmentally disabled individuals, nursing homes, or DDS/DPH regulations preferred Completion of all state and agency-mandated trainings Knowledge of principles of Normalization and Community Inclusion Ability to authorize CORI and other background checks Ability to perform essential job duties with reasonable accommodations if needed Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and reliable transportation Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Language Skills Fluent in English, able to read, interpret, and write documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals Communicate effectively with individuals served, staff, families, and community members Present information clearly in one-on-one or small group settings Physical Demands Endurance to sustain physical demands of the role Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch Frequently use hands/fingers and reach with arms Able to maneuver up to 100 pounds with assistance, lift 30 pounds floor-to-waist, and 10–15 pounds waist-to-overhead Reasoning Ability Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions