What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Beacon Specialized Living?
Registered Nurse (RN) – Full-Time Days
Join Beacon and make a meaningful impact every day!
Beacon is a national leader in behavioral health services, providing residential support to children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Autism, Severe Mental Illness, and individuals with complex behavioral and medical needs. We are looking for a compassionate, dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team and help ensure the highest quality of care for the individuals we serve.
Why Join Beacon?
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Monday–Friday day shift
- No scheduled weekends or holidays
- Competitive benefits package
- Periodic call rotation required
- Opportunity to make a direct impact in the lives of individuals with diverse medical and behavioral health needs
- Collaborative, supportive "One Team" culture built on our core values of Integrity, Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence (I CARE)
Position Summary
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee and coordinate medical care for individuals receiving residential services. This position combines hands-on nursing care with clinical coordination, staff education, and collaboration across medical, clinical, and operations teams to ensure exceptional outcomes.
This role includes regular travel to residential group homes throughout Lansing and surrounding areas.
What You'll Do
- Provide skilled nursing care, medication administration, vaccinations, and physician-ordered treatments
- Complete nursing assessments and monitor individuals' ongoing health needs
- Coordinate medical, psychiatric, dental, vision, and specialty care appointments
- Monitor infections and provide follow-up care
- Educate Direct Support Professionals on medical equipment, medication administration, and health monitoring
- Perform diabetic foot assessments, first aid, and health screenings
- Audit medication rooms, eMAR, and electronic health records for compliance
- Assist with care planning, policy development, infection prevention, and quality improvement initiatives
- Provide medical triage and participate in the nursing on-call rotation
- Support regulatory compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Two (2) years of nursing experience preferred
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability to travel throughout the Lansing region
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills
- Comfortable working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs
- Must successfully pass a criminal background check
What We're Looking For
We're seeking an RN who is compassionate, organized, and committed to person-centered care. The ideal candidate enjoys collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, educating staff, and helping individuals achieve their highest level of health and independence.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000