Adult Services Nurse

Minimal Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse with current license in the state of Rhode Island
- Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Nursing 
- Broad-based nursing knowledge in: anatomy, physiology, nursing diagnosis-treatment, treatment 
planning 
- Effective time management skills 
- Proficient computer skills 
- Supervision experience
- Must have a safe driving record (no more than 2 moving violations within a 3-year period)
- Must have a favorable Criminal Background Check.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and access to personal, insured vehicle. 

Desired Qualifications:
- 2 years of nursing experience
- Preference is given to individuals with nursing experience in the intellectual / development disability (IDD) population and community or psychiatric nursing 
- Ability to work independently and with autonomy 
- Experience and comfort in delivering trainings 
- Ability to be flexible with daily schedule

General Position Description:
Perspectives Corporation’s Nurse is a mobile position – traveling between Perspectives programs throughout the state of RI. The Nurse is responsible for ensuring the overall health and physical well-being of the individuals served. This position is responsible for safe medication administration and medical procedures through appropriate delegation, as well as providing optimal clinical support. In addition, the Nurse is responsible for ensuring that agency policies and procedures are implemented correctly and that the individuals 
served live valued and high-quality lives.

Broad Areas of Responsibility:
Broad areas of responsibility include: participating in agency activities, serving on committees, communicating the agency’s values and principles to others; assisting in staff management and leadership; providing training and mentoring to new and existing employees; guiding and supervising the work of Direct Support Professionals by 
setting clear expectations and monitoring progress; recognizing and valuing the skills and input of employees; implementing best practice measures as relation to all medical and nursing responsibilities.

Competency Areas:
1. Medical and Safety
2. Documentation
3. Training
4. Supervision
5. Communication, Teamwork & Collaboration
6. Works Independently 

7. Policies, Procedures, Billing, & Rule Compliance
8. Professionalism, Ethics & Workplace Behaviors
9. Professional Development 

Program: Nursing Dept

Hours & Schedule:
Full-Time & Schedule: Monday - Friday

Compensation & Benefits:
$35-$45/hour

Competitive salary range based on experience & education. Excellent benefit package

Reports to:
Senior Director of Nursing – Melissa Augaitis


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Job Description available upon request. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

Perspectives Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified 
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, 
religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, 
status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified 
individual with disability.