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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJOB SUMMARY:Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application.The RN Supervisor oversees the delivery of high-quality nursing care within a 24/7 fast-paced, mission-drivenagency serving children, adolescents, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/orIntellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). This role provides clinical and administrative supervision tonursing staff, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, supports interdisciplinary care planning, andpromotes the health and safety of all individuals served. The RN Supervisor reports to the Director of Nursingand participates in agency-wide health initiatives, staff training, and policy implementation.Currently we have an opening for a RN Supervisor for our schoolsWORK SCHEDULE:Monday- Friday 8-4ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Provide clinical supervision and oversight to RNs, LPNs, and other health staff, ensuring adherence tonursing standards and best practices.• Assign and monitor nursing responsibilities to ensure comprehensive care assessments, treatment plans,and ongoing evaluations are completed timely and thoroughly.• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and consulting medical professionals to address complex orunstable medical or psychiatric conditions.• Coordinate and participate in nursing assessments, physician visits, medication administration, andmanagement of controlled substances.• Monitor and maintain medical documentation, including physical exams, medication records, lab results,and treatment notes.• Ensure staff training and compliance in emergency procedures, medication administration, infectioncontrol, and other mandated health topics.• Support the implementation and evaluation of individual healthcare plans and ensure continuity of carethrough interdisciplinary collaboration.• Participate in crisis response and emergency care including arranging for outside medical services ortransportation when necessary.• Communicate with families and guardians regarding health concerns and treatments in accordance withagency protocols.• Oversee health-related quality assurance processes, including incident reviews, medication errortracking, and audit readiness.• Maintain medical supply inventories and ensure distribution of first aid and emergency supplies acrossprograms.• Ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations and licensing standards (e.g., DCF, DDS,DMHAS, HIPAA).• Lead and participate in staff meetings, rounds, and treatment team discussions as a health servicesrepresentative.• Contribute to the recruitment, orientation, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations of nursingstaff.• Participate in the on-call rotation and provide direct nursing support as needed to maintain staffingcoverage. WORK SCHEDULE• Maintain active certification in agency-approved crisis intervention training, including all required levelsof Physical and Psychological Management Training (PMT). Apply training techniques appropriately toensure the safety and well-being of individuals served, staff, and others in the environment. Demonstratecompetency in de-escalation strategies, safe physical interventions, and adherence to agency protocols.• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing/Leadership.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:SKILLS:• Strong leadership, mentorship, and performance management abilities.• Excellent clinical skills in assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHRs) and Microsoft Office Suite.• Strong written and verbal communication skills.KNOWLEDGE:• Advanced nursing principles, including psychiatric, pediatric, and developmental health care.• Medication management, including controlled substance handling and documentation.• Health conditions common to individuals with autism and IDD.• Regulatory standards and best practices for residential, educational, and outpatient care.ABILITIES:• Prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.• Respond calmly and effectively to medical emergencies or behavioral crises.• Foster teamwork and collaboration among interdisciplinary staff.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Connecticut required.• Minimum five years of nursing experience; experience in a behavioral health or developmentaldisabilities setting preferred.• Supervisory or administrative experience in a healthcare or human services setting required.• Ability to complete and maintain required certifications (e.g., CPR/First Aid, PMT, DDS Med Cert).• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. May be required to drive agency vehicles.• Ability to work a flexible schedule and meet on-call responsibilities.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:• Work is performed in residential, educational, and administrative settings.• Exposure to individuals exhibiting challenging behaviors that may require de-escalation techniques. xijylhu • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, assist with physical interventions, and support individuals withmobility needs, as well has have the ability to be on feet for extended periods and participate inrecreational or community-based activities with residents.• Perform all requirements of physical management techniques (PMT)A job description is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility