Registered Nurse for Personal Care Managment Evaluation Department

Tempus Unlimited, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempus Unlimited, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to support the Personal Care Management Evaluation Department in a community-based role across Massachusetts within Worcester coverage area. Expect a flexible schedule with a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday core hours 8:30am to 4:30pm, and travel for field visits.

Requires MA RN license, valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation. Two-day orientation in Stoughton is required.

Qualifications

• MA RN license in good standing
• 2 years direct care of elderly or disabled individuals
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Familiarity with MassHealth PCA Program
• Fluency in other languages
• Must be able to travel within the coverage area

Responsibilities

• Perform initial evaluations and annual reevaluations for PCA applications in accordance with MassHealth regulations 130 CMR 422.422(C).
• Submit completed evaluation within the required timeframe and respond to hours adjustment requests promptly.
• Provide input regarding PCA evaluations and adhere to PCA Program standards.
• Schedule reevaluation visits and maintain calendar accordingly.
• Document progress notes in the database in a timely manner.
• Communicate with PCA Eval Dept Assistants regarding no shows, no contacts, hospitalizations, terminations, and concerns.
• Submit monthly mileage sheets within the required timeframe.
• Collaborate with PCA Program team and attend monthly staff meetings.
• Report suspected fraud to PCM Management Team and report abuse/neglect to the appropriate agency.
• Represent the agency professionally and maintain cultural sensitivity.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MassHealth PCA Program familiarity

Job description

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.

Salary and Hours

Looking for coverage area in Massachusetts and up to a 60-mile radius of your home address in Worcester. $38 an hour

Required 2-day orientation in Stoughton required

Required MA RN license

35 hours a work week full time

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm core hours

Required Experience

2 years recent experience working with direct care of disabled individuals

Essential Functions

• 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

• 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

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office and home office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, electronic filing systems.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, walk, carry and lift objects.

Travel

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

Other Duties

Note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.