Registered Nurse - State Home Care Program

Part-time and Full-time positions available , FT = 35 hours / week

NOT remote

Responsible for assigned nursing duties for Clinical Assessment and Eligibility (CAE) / State Home Care Program. Will Perform Coordination of Care screenings to determine medical eligibility and all duties required under the Coordination of Care Program and Waiver Program.

• Complete initial assessments and annual reassessment visits on all personal care and home health aide clients, interim visits as needed.
• Develop appropriate care plans for personal care clients.
• Prepare and maintain nursing paper and electronic files.
• Provide consultation on Protective Services, Elder at Risk and Respite Care cases.
• Act as a liaison with agency providers.
• Act as resource person for medical matters to all Greater Springfield Senior Services staff.
• Act as a backup to the nurse of any other medical programs.
• Active member of the interdisciplinary team providing nursing consultation to case management staff.
• Advocate and act as a resource in areas of interest and / or concern for elders.
• Assist with information and referrals.
• Requires valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs

Education and Experience

Or

Core Competencies

All staff are expected to pursue and / or enhance personal cultural competence through education, training, and an openness to understanding all cultures.

Must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs

Travel reimbursement is $0.70 / mile

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

If you are employed by a not-for-profit organization such as GSSSI, you may be eligible for the PSLF Program for student loans.

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