Registered Nurse Personal Care Management

About the role

This is a great opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN) to work a flexible schedule in a unique program, Personal Care Management Evaluation Department, that makes a truly wonderful difference in the lives of children and adults with a wide range of disabilities. This position does require working in the community. Travel within the coverage area is required for this position. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Looking for coverage area in Massachusetts and up to a 60-mile radius of your home address in Weymouth (South Shore area).

Responsibilities

• Perform initial evaluations and annual reevaluations of members who are applying for personal care services in accordance with MassHealth regulations 130 CMR 422.422(C).
• Submit completed evaluation within the specific timeframe.
• Respond to hours adjustment requests in a timely manner.
• Respond to MassHealth inquiries and offer professional input regarding PCA evaluation as requested.
• Learn and adhere to the PCA Program standards.
• Schedule reevaluation visits and update your calendar accordingly.
• Document progress notes in data base in a timely manner.
• Communicate with PCA Eval Dept Assistants in regard to no shows, no contacts, hospitalizations, termination requests and any other concerns.
• Submit monthly mileage sheets within the required timeframe.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the PCA Program.
• Communicate with Supervisor and the Office Staff when issues arise.
• Interact with Tempus Unlimited, Inc. offices to resolve concerns related to the evaluation in effort to support consumer’s independence.
• Attend monthly staff meetings.
• Report suspicion of fraud to the PCM Management Team.
• Report all suspected abuse or neglect to the appropriate agency such as DPPC, Executive Office of Elder Affairs, or Department of Children and Families.
• Represent the agency in a professional, positive manner and provide services that are culturally sensitive.
• Perform Other Duties As Assigned By The Supervisor.

Requirements

• Required 2-day orientation in Stoughton
• Required MA RN license
• 35 hours a work week full time Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm core hours
• 2 years recent experience working with direct care of disabled individuals
• Competencies:
  • Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with consumers, family members, co-workers and community professionals
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions
  • Ability to independently organize work and meet deadlines
  • Ability to multi-task in a busy environment
  • Ability to solve problems creatively, when necessary
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to adapt to constant change with a positive attitude
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to work efficiently as a team player
• Required Education:
  • Current Massachusetts license to practice as a Registered Nurse in a good standing with the Board
• Preferred Experience:
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Familiarity with MassHealth PCA Program
• Must have at least 2 years recent experience in the direct care of the elderly or disabled population
• Fluency in other languages

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Current Massachusetts license to practice as a Registered Nurse in a good standing with the Board

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Familiarity with MassHealth PCA Program

Must have at least 2 years recent experience in the direct care of the elderly or disabled population

Fluency in other languages

Skills

Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with consumers, family members, co-workers and community professionals

Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions

Ability to independently organize work and meet deadlines

Ability to multi-task in a busy environment

Ability to solve problems creatively, when necessary

Excellent communication skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to adapt to constant change with a positive attitude

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to work efficiently as a team player

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

35 hours a work week full time Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm core hours

Travel within the coverage area is required for this position. Access to reliable transportation required for community visits.