Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse

Tri-Valley, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 43,394 - 57,859; Part time

Job summary

A community health organization is seeking a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse (per diem) to support older adults and individuals with disabilities in home settings. The role includes assessments of participants' needs and compliance with state guidelines. Ideal candidates must hold a valid nursing license in Massachusetts and be willing to travel within designated territories. Competitive pay is offered at $42 per hour for Registered Nurses and $31.50 for Licensed Practical Nurses.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse or a Practical Nurse by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing; must be in good standing.
• Willingness to travel within designated territory.

Responsibilities

• Comply with regulations and policies pertaining to the PCM program.
• Assess participant's condition to determine personal care services.
• Complete written documentation of evaluations as requested.
• Refer participants to medical providers or community resources.

Education

Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse license

Job description

Overview

Tri-Valley, Inc. is a private not for profit agency dedicated to enabling older adults and individuals with disabilities to remain at home. Tri-Valley offers the supportive, professional work environment that you deserve. Service area is either Marlborough area, Milford area, Franklin area, Dudley-Webster area, or Worcester Area.

The Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse (per diem) (bilingual preferred) participates in screening potential and existing program participants in their homes or other settings. The rate of pay for the Registered Nurse is $42 per hour and is $31.50 for the Licensed Practical Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable of and comply with all state, federal and agency regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to the Personal Care Management (PCM) program including time frames and Tri-Valley’s agency mission.
• Assess the participant's physical and cognitive condition and resulting functional limitations to determine the participant's personal care assistance services.
• Determine the type and amount of personal care assistance required by the potential and existing participants according to state guidelines through face-to-face interviews. Review fully with participant before finalizing request for services.
• Follow the schedule for re-evaluations to ensure timeliness and continuity of Personal Care Attendant (PCA) services.
• Provide timely and complete written documentation of evaluations and re-evaluations as requested.
• Refer participant to appropriate medical providers or other community resources when necessary.

Essential Functions / Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse or a Practical Nurse by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and in good standing with the Board.
• Willingness to travel within designated territory.