PCM Evaluation Department - Nurse
Company: Tempus Unlimited Inc
Location: Framingham
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
Position Title: PCM Evaluation Department - Nurse
Location: Boston, MA, USA ? Framingham, MA, USA
Requisition Number: Req #52
Date Posted: Thursday, September 19, 2024
Description: 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.
Summary/Objective
This is a great opportunity for an Registered Nurse (RN) to work a
flexible schedule in a unique program 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. We are
in search for 2 RN's. One for the Framingham area and one in Boston
area.
- Full time, 35 hours a week
- Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
- Covering up to a 60 miles radius from your home
- BA required, MA RN License required
- 2 years recent experience working with direct care of the
elderly or disabled populationEssential 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 regards 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.RequirementsCompetencies
- 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 playerRequired 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 languagesWork EnvironmentThis 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 DemandsWhile
performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently
required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, walk, carry and lift
objects.TravelTravel within the coverage area is required for this
position. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable
transportation.Other DutiesNote 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.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance All offers of employment made
by Tempus Unlimited are contingent upon satisfactory background
check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted
on all candidates that are offered a position at the agency in
compliance with program policy as well as state and federal
regulations. From time to time, these checks may be conducted on
current employees to ensure compliance with all state and federal
regulations and contracts. EEO Statement Equal Employment
Opportunity is a fundamental principle at Tempus Unlimited, Inc.
where employment from recruiting through the end of employment is
based upon professional capabilities and qualifications without
discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual
orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability or any
other characteristic as established by law. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential job functions.
Job Family: Professionals
Job Function: Non-Supervisor
Pay Type: Hourly
Hiring Rate: $37.00
Travel Required: Yes
Compensation details: 37-37
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Keywords: Tempus Unlimited Inc, Framingham , PCM Evaluation Department - Nurse, Healthcare , Framingham, Massachusetts
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