IRIS Self-Directed Personal Care (RN) (Milwaukee County, WI)
About The Position
Molina Healthcare is seeking a Wisconsin-licensed Registered Nurse to serve as an IRIS Self-Directed Personal Care (SDPC) RN. This remote, home-based role partners with people enrolled in Wisconsin’s IRIS Medicaid long-term care program, including older adults and people with disabilities. The position includes regularly scheduled visits in participants’ homes and communities and provides oversight and guidance to help participants make the most of the IRIS SDPC option. The RN administers the Wisconsin Personal Care Screening Tool, develops person-centered plans of care, oversees personal care services, and provides training and education to participants and care providers. The role also includes required documentation, follow-up, coordination with other professionals, and submission of prior authorizations. The posting states there are no weekends, after-hours support, or holidays, although overtime may be required.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of nursing experience and at least 1 year of experience serving IRIS target groups (adults with physical or intellectual disabilities or older adults), or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Wisconsin.
- Associate degree in nursing.
- Valid, unrestricted driver's license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance for job-related travel, unless otherwise required by law.
- Database operation and maintenance skills and data-entry experience.
- Teaching and mentoring skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage tasks independently.
- Flexibility and willingness and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and applicable software programs.
Nice To Haves
- Experience providing care through the Wisconsin Medical Assistance Personal Care program (MPAC).
- Home care or home health experience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct personal care assessments and oversight for participant groups by administering the Wisconsin Personal Care Screening Tool and required addendums.
- Document assessments according to the applicable tool and Department of Health Services policies, and complete required oversight visits and calls.
- Oversee a group of IRIS participants and develop individual plans of care.
- Ensure physician orders for care are obtained and review and revise plans of care as needed.
- Submit prior authorizations for personal care services.
- Comply with Department of Health Services policies, SDPC guidelines, procedures, practices, documentation requirements, and program regulations.
- Provide personal care training to participants or care providers and educational materials as needed.
- Coordinate with IRIS Consultants, Long-Term Care Functional Screeners, and physicians to ensure care needs are met.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and compensation package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
