Personal Care Management Registered Nurse

Tempus Unlimited•Provincetown, MA

10d

About The Position

Tempus Unlimited, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides community-based services to empower children and adults with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the least restrictive environment. The agency, through its programs and services, encourages the inclusion of people with disabilities into the mainstream of society, including social, recreational, family and work activities. 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 the in Massachusetts and up to a 60-mile radius of your home address in Barnstable and Plymouth County. 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

Requirements

Current Massachusetts license to practice as a Registered Nurse in a good standing with the Board.
Must have at least 2 years recent experience in the direct care of the elderly or disabled population
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
Travel within the coverage area is required for this position. Access to reliable transportation required for community visits.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree
Familiarity with MassHealth PCA Program
Fluency in other languages

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.