Licensed Practical Nurse for Personal Care Management Program

Position Overview As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you have a great opportunity to work in the Personal Care Attendant (PCA) Evaluation Department, which is a unique program that makes a truly wonderful difference in the lives of children and adults. You will make your own schedule and do reevaluations and adjustments. You will work with a wide range of disabilities by completing assessments for the MassHealth PCA program. The rate is $31 an hour. Compensation and Schedule Full time Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. core hours 2‑day orientation required in person at Stoughton office Responsibilities Perform annual reevaluations of members who are applying for personal care services in accordance with MassHealth regulations 130 CMR 422.422(C). Submit completed evaluations within the specified timeframe. Respond to hours adjustment requests in a timely manner. Respond to MassHealth inquiries and provide 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 the database in a timely manner. Communicate with PCA Eval Dept Assistants regarding 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 an 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 Manager. Competencies Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with consumers, family members, co‑workers and community professionals. 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. Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions. Required Education & Experience Associate’s degree preferred. Current Licensed Practical Nurse to practice in Massachusetts in good standing with the Board. Must have at least 2 years recent experience in the direct care of the elderly or disabled population. Preferred Qualifications Fluency in other languages preferred. Familiarity with MassHealth PCA Program. Work Environment and Physical Demands 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr