At Aspire Living & Learning, we don't just talk about making an impact, we live it. For more than 40 years, we've supported neurodiverse children and adults across New England and Maryland as they discover their passions, unlock their potential, and live more independently in their communities. Our person-centered services evolve with people's needs, from education and behavioral health to residential and community-based supports. We empower people to live lives shaped by their own interests, choices, and strengths. Join our collaborative, mission-driven team and bring your skills to work that makes a real difference every day.
Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking a Registered Nurse, RN to play a vital role in ensuring that nursing procedures for care and medication administration programs, medication documentation meet all regulatory and Aspire Living & Learning standards. The RN will conduct initial and refresher Medication Certification training and annual trainings for nursing procedures as needed.
This role will ensure compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements having to do with nursing care, medication storage and administration at registered sites; providing program oversight, training and audits for nursing care and medication administration. Additionally, develop internal procedures and practices to support compliance with state regulations having to do with the storage, handling, and administration of medications at registered sites as well as nursing care protocols.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-2:30pm Per Diem
Location: Naugatuck, CT
Qualifications:
- Current, valid RN license
- Current, valid state certification to train mandated medication administration course and/or meet state requirements to become a certified trainer., if applicable.
- Experience with diabetes care strongly preferred
- Experience with children and young adults up to 21 with developmental disabilities/dual diagnosis preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of Nursing care and Med Administration regulations; ability to identify training needs and develop and deliver appropriate training based on needs; ability to conduct Medication and nursing audits; excellent training skills;
- 5 years’ experience working with Medication Administration procedures and regulations preferred
- 5 years developing and delivering Medication Administration training preferred
- Must have satisfactory background checks
- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure individuals medical needs are met;
- Participate in the delivery of health care services to the individuals as well as being responsible for the direct care needs of the supported individuals as deemed appropriate per staff in charge.
- Participate in the IEP/ISP process and implementation, attend team meetings and advocate for the individual promoting dignity and respect.
- Evaluates episodic health needs through nursing assessment and continuous observation.
Communication;
- Communicate health issues to staff and update the individuals’ families/guardians.
- Participate in any medical intervention process until resolution is achieved.
- Provide relevant health-related training to staff, families and individuals as needed and assigned.
Administrative functions
- Maintain proper and timely documentation as needed and assigned by supervisor(s), using the electronic record.
- Dispense medications as required using state guidelines and Aspire’s policies and procedures.
- Cultivate a positive and productive workplace atmosphere to enhance team morale and productivity.
- Participate in and complete training sessions as delegated by management to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
- Conduct training as required and assigned.
- Perform any additional job responsibilities assigned by supervisors or team leaders to support the organization's smooth operation.
- Accept reassignment as required.
Employees at Aspire enjoy working with a collaborative and dedicated team that values a culture of belonging and care. We take pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance - Choose from multiple medical plans, with vision coverage included at no extra cost.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options - Use pre-tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.
- Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON - Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - A 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary.
- Generous Paid Time Off - Paid sick, personal, and vacation days, plus holidays.
- Professional Growth Opportunities - Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
- Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services and more!
If you want to join us in making a difference and positively impact the lives of others while charting your own path of development, then we at the Aspire team would love to hear from you.
Pay: $30-45/hourly
Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.