Nurse Manager - Sign On Bonus*
Company: Brockton Area Multi-Servi
Location: Worcester
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Up to $12,000 Sign On Bonus
General Statement of Duties: As a lead member of the
multi-disciplinary team, the nurse manager will ensure the health,
safety and well-being of adults with disabilities and/or brain
injuries living in a residential setting. The nurse manager will
coordinate the health care needs of persons served and provide
opportunities for social engagement, leisure time activities and
skill building in a way that fosters growth, independence, dignity,
choice and a meaningful life. Responsibilities: Follow the
Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Medication Administration
Program (MAP) policies. Administer medications and treatments as
prescribed, utilizing the agency’s electronic health care record.
Track and order durable medical equipment and other medical
supplies on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis. Provide direct
care while supporting person served abilities and encouraging
maximum level of independence and safety with ADL’s. Provide
physical health assessments to make critical, timely decisions.
Document all assessments in the data tracking logs and medical
records. Maintain ongoing professional communication, verbally and
in writing, with all members of persons served team. Coordinate and
transport individuals to medical appointments. Advocate for best
health related outcomes. Collaborate with health care providers,
and persons served team members, to develop and implement effective
health care treatments and protocols. Encourage self-advocacy by
persons served at appointments and engage individuals in developing
their treatment plan. Ensure individuals’ nutritional needs are met
based on personal preferences and according to prescribed diet.
Provide support with preparation and eating as necessary. Organize,
assess, and appropriately utilize data, daily progress notes and
staff log notes. Liaison with hospitals and rehabilitation centers
to ensure safe admissions and discharges. Ensure Positive Behavior
Supports (PBS), BAMSI’s framework for delivering clinical services,
are implemented by offering choices and preferred routines, meeting
needs, supporting individual’s goals, modeling pro-social
behaviors, and maintaining professional boundaries. Use
communication systems suited to persons served needs, and promote
independence through the use of assistive technology and cognitive
supports. Collaborate with the program manager to assist in
planning safe activities, connecting and integrating individuals
into their communities through social, spiritual, and recreational
opportunities. Provide necessary support to ensure safety while in
the community. Maintain knowledge of ongoing program issues and
communicate issues to supervisor or designee. Adhere to submission
deadlines for ISP related documents and incident reports based on
funding source and agency timelines. Review medical records and
physician orders to ensure program compliance, updating information
as needed. Provide oversight of daily operations in the absence of
supervisor or designee, as requested. Execute duties to reflect
reasonable safety standards. Universal/standard precautions must be
utilized and training obtained in areas that constitute risk.
Assist with interviewing, hiring, and supervising nursing staff.
Collaborate with the program manager to provide guidance for direct
care and nursing staff, including implementing recognition for
staff achievements and the progressive disciplinary process.
Facilitate staff meetings and on-going program-specific medical
trainings on diagnosis, protocols, safe care, and other heath
related topics. Work in collaboration with Relief and Per Diem
staff, and their supervisors to provide training, supervision, and
job development needs that arise. Attend mandatory trainings and
meetings. Disseminate training materials at the program level.
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 and optimal service
delivery. Rotate schedule to work holidays as needed. Perform
duties to reflect agency policies and procedures. Qualifications :
Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts 3 years of nursing experience 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. 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 4 weeks combined vacation , personal and cultural
holiday 12 paid holidays 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 M-F 8a-4p
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