Registered Nurse, Assisted Living Certification

Job Description

The Executive Office of Aging and Independence (AGE) is seeking a highly motivated Registered Nurse to join our Assisted Living Residence (ALR) Certification Unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply clinical expertise in support of older adults who wish to remain independent while living in community settings with the services they need.

This role will be required to travel across the state of Massachusetts to many of the 272 ALR buildings within the Commonwealth that support thousands of older adults and families. The position supports ALR Unit staff on matters about medical and clinical issues that arise in the day-to-day operation of an Assisted Living Residence. The Registered Nurse will play a vital role in ensuring quality oversight of incidents reported by the ALR by directing and supervising ALR Unit intake and reviewing such submissions.

The Registered Nurse will evaluate ALR records during each onsite certification and compliance review, focusing on safe medication administration, appropriate care planning and service provision, and effective internal quality reviews. Additionally, the ALR Unit Nurse will review and evaluate reports with potentially related clinical issues received via the incident reporting system and referrals from Protective Services, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman's office, assisted living consumers, outside providers, other state agencies, and the public to determine applicability and compliance with regulations.

This position is required to travel an average of 2 days per week to ALR communities across Massachusetts. In addition, one day per week is required in the AGE Boston office. The remaining workdays may be performed remotely.

The ideal candidate is adept at translating clinical knowledge into practical, applicable solutions. Strengths in auditing, quality oversight, and process improvement are essential, with a focus on building efficiency and effectiveness so that the ALR Certification Unit can ensure that ALRs operate safely and effectively for residents and families.

Duties & Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all-inclusive):

Conduct inquiries and investigations into resident care issues identified during onsite certification and compliance reviews, through the incident reporting system, and referrals from within and outside AGE.

• The scope of the investigations and reviews may include:

Proper pre-admission assessment and service planning

Staffing records, training curriculum and quality assurance and performance improvement minutes and activities

Issues associated with medication management safety (proper assessment of Resident ability to manage medications, medication assistance and administration procedures, documentation, errors)

Incidents of elopement, abuse and/or neglect, acute behavioral emergencies, as well as incidents resulting in significant injury or negative health outcome, and unanticipated deaths.

Conduct follow up site visits when needed to determine ongoing compliance with rules and regulations for ALR certification.

Conduct and oversee all required investigations and provide guidance to ALR's on the Massachusetts assisted living regulations, standards of practice and related Resident care concerns.

Participate in the development of methods of evaluating and determining the ALR's compliance with the regulations, the utilization of existing policies and practices that promote Resident health and safety.

Perform quality audits of AGE response to incident reports that are associated with medication and healthcare issues to ensure that information requested from each ALR is consistent and appropriate for the related circumstances, and that the documentation submitted by the ALR is reviewed to determine if additional follow-up is needed.

Available for clinical consultation to AGE staff in discussing and developing policy and procedures, and during regulatory updates/changes.

Assist with onboarding and training newly hired certification specialist staff as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in utilizing current technology, including hardware (tablets/computers/cell phones), and associated office software (Access, Excel, Word, Adobe).
• Ability to prepare general and statistical reports and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of public health or medical care administration and policy development.
• Specific knowledge and/or experience involving audits or onsite compliance review of health and human service settings.
• Possession of a current and valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and ability to regularly travel statewide.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Physical capability to teach Mandt physical skills safety training.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts Assisted Living regulations.

Agency Mission:

The Executive Office of Aging & Independence provides quality aging-related resources, tools, and support through a network of regional non-profit agencies and municipal agencies across the state. The Agency partners with providers, caregivers, and the 1.7 million older adults in Massachusetts to help individuals live and thrive throughout the aging process.

Pre-Offer Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Request Form

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 and select option 4.

Applicants should upload a cover letter and resume for the Registered Nurse, Assisted Living Certification requisition.

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic or medical facility, and (B) six months of which must have been in a supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL LEVELS IN SERIES: Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

Recent graduates from an approved school of nursing must have applied for the first available registered nurse examination.

Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license may be required.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range .

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA

Job ID: Commonwealth_of_Massachusetts-250006L3

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-09-16T18:34:35