Registered Nurse, Adult Family Care (3985)

Job Details: Job Location: Adult Family Care (46) - Needham, MA 02492. Position Type: Part Time. Education Level: 4 Year Degree. Salary Range: $41.20 - $45.00 Hourly. Job Shift: Any. Are you a professional, compassionate nurse looking for a flexible part-time opportunity? Join our Adult Family Care team, where you’ll support and build meaningful relationships with families in a role that fits your schedule. We are looking for someone who is: Warm, personable, and skilled at relationship-building. Self-directed, organized, and reliable. Able to meet deadlines, track important dates, and complete thorough documentation. This is the perfect opportunity for a nurse who values flexibility, enjoys connecting with families, and thrives in a role where professionalism and care go hand in hand. Essential Duties As an RN in this role, you will conduct assessments, develop care plans, provide case management, and support caregivers to ensure individuals receive high-quality care. You will also play a vital role in training caregivers, auditing health records, and ensuring compliance with program requirements. Assessments & Care Plans Complete nursing assessments and coordinate all other applicable evaluations. Develop and review AFC care plans in collaboration with healthcare providers and the Program Director/Care Manager. Assist in screening individuals for program eligibility and assess home settings. Plan and implement discharges and transitions from the AFC program. On‑Site Visits & Compliance Conduct monthly on-site visits. Ensure care plans are implemented and complete progress notes after each visit. Conduct regular evaluations and annual assessments to ensure compliance. Review AFC caregiver logs at least monthly. Complete and sign the designated screening tool required for MassHealth payment. Caregiver & Staff Training Train, evaluate, and supervise AFC caregivers in conjunction with the Program Director/Care Manager. Offer specialized training for AFC caregivers on healthcare topics. Provide staff training on safe lifting, transfer, and positioning. Case Management & Clinical Support Act as a resource for caregivers, individuals, and families. Provide case management for members with complex or acute health issues. Submit semi-annual health status reports to primary care physicians. Provide on-site assessment or treatment of individuals, as needed. Assist in obtaining adaptive equipment and devices. Audits & Quality Assurance Conduct periodic audits of health care record-keeping practices and document findings. Required Skills & Responsibilities Interpersonal Skills: Engages effectively with individuals at all levels inside and outside the agency. Teamwork & Collaboration: Works closely with team members and management to achieve goals. Dependability & Responsibility: Completes job responsibilities with accuracy and reliability. Communication: Demonstrates clear and concise oral and written communication. Planning & Organization: Effectively manages tasks, adapts to change, and prioritizes workload. Initiative: Demonstrates self-reliance in planning and executing responsibilities. Data Collection & Reporting: Compiles information electronically for timely and accurate reporting. Qualifications Fully licensed RN by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. At least 2 years of recent experience in direct care for elderly or disabled adults. Knowledgeable in Positive Behavioral Supports. Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License and access to personal transportation (travel required; mileage reimbursed). Proficiency in Microsoft applications and electronic health records. Must authorize a Criminal History Background Check (CORI) and release relevant information from agencies like DPPC and DDS. Must successfully complete pre-employment physical (within 12 months before hire). TB test (within the first 30 days of hire). Ongoing physicals every two years and TB screenings per CDC/MDPH guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr