Registered Nurse (RN) Home Care
Posted 4 weeks ago
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This Registered Nurse (RN) position in the Home Care Department involves assessing and authorizing services for older adults and individuals with disabilities, ensuring they receive support to remain active in their communities. The role also includes facilitating discharge activities and transition support as part of the Transition Support Team.
Responsibilities
- Determine consumers' eligibility for programs and services according to procedures and guidelines.
- Establish, review and revise care plans.
- Work with the care management team to determine appropriate service options; promote cost-effective service substitutions; establish the frequency, scope and duration of services; and jointly authorize service packages.
- Maintain knowledge of current OCES policies and standards, and funding source regulations.
- Providing consultation to providers and other community agencies.
- Conduct and/or participate in training and workshops as needed.
- Provide consultation to HC Program staff.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Nursing or related field
- Current Massachusetts RN License
- Two years' clinical/community-based experience
- Extensive knowledge of the medical, emotional and social needs of elders and people living with disabilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Considerable knowledge of developing assessment care plans
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Nursing or related field
- Two years' clinical/community-based experience
Skills
* Required skills
Benefits
About Old Colony Elder Services (OCES)
OCES supports elders and individuals with disabilities by providing information and coordinating services that promote healthy, safe lives for consumers, helping them stay active and engaged in their communities.