Developmental Services - Program Nurse at Counseling Service of Addison County, Inc.

Middlebury, Vermont, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 26

Salary

70361.2

Posted On

02 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing Leadership, Medication Management, Staff Training, Quality Assurance, Health Assessments, Regulatory Compliance, Person-Centered Care, Clinical Consultation, Emergency Response, Case Collaboration

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Program Nurse (RN) – Developmental Services Make a difference where care and community come together. Seeking a leader in expanding our nursing program. CSAC’s Community Associates program is seeking a compassionate and skilled Program Nurse (RN) to support adults with developmental disabilities in living healthy, meaningful lives. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who values teamwork, teaching, and advocacy in a person-centered environment. What You’ll Do As the Program Nurse, you’ll serve as the nursing leader and health consultant across CSAC’s Developmental Services programs. You’ll ensure that care practices meet Vermont Health & Wellness Standards, Therapeutic Community Residence (TCR) regulations, and Medicaid/HCBS requirements. Your key responsibilities will include: Health & Wellness Oversight: Monitor and support the medical needs of clients, collaborating with Service Coordinators, Residential Teams, and Shared Living Providers. Medication Management: Oversee safe medication systems, train and delegate to certified staff, and ensure compliance with nursing and TCR standards. Staff Training: Educate and assess staff competency in medication administration, specialized procedures, infection control, and wellness practices. Quality Assurance: Audit health records and documentation to ensure full regulatory compliance and support continuous improvement. Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, healthcare providers, and families to promote continuity of care. Direct Care & Emergency Support: Provide nursing services, health assessments, and emergency response when needed. You’ll be a trusted clinical resource — providing leadership, consultation, and support to ensure safe, person-centered care across all settings. What You Bring Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont At least 3 years of nursing experience, preferably in developmental services, residential, or community health settings Knowledge of Vermont DDSD Health & Wellness Standards, TCR rules, and HCBS requirements. Support will be provided if the candidate does not have the DDSD nursing knowledge/experience. Skill set in creating relevant systems and workflows to meet compliance requirements Strong skills in training, delegation, and quality assurance Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration abilities Compensation Salaried position at 35 hours/week, starting at $70,361.20 Comprehensive benefits, which include health/dental/vision insurance, generous paid time off, and retirement plan, tuition/student loan repayment assistance, Employee Assistance Program, on-site gym Why Join CSAC? Meaningful impact: Support individuals in achieving health, independence, and dignity. Collaborative culture: Work with dedicated professionals who value teamwork and respect. Ready to bring your nursing expertise to a mission-driven community organization? Apply today at https://www.csac-vt.org/careers/careers.html

Responsibilities

The Program Nurse serves as the clinical leader overseeing health and wellness for adults with developmental disabilities. Key duties include medication management, staff training, and ensuring compliance with Vermont health and wellness standards.