Job description

ABOUT ETHOS

Ethos is a private, non-profit organization that is dedicated to promoting independence, dignity and well-being among the elderly and disabled through quality, affordable and culturally-appropriate home and community-based care. As a state-authorized Aging Services Access Point (ASAP), Ethos coordinates all the non-institutional home and community-based services for elderly and disabled residents of the southwest Boston neighborhoods of West Roxbury, Hyde Park, Roslindale, Jamaica Plain, and Mattapan and well as, provides city-wide nutrition services in Boston, which serve approximately 2.1 million meal for older adults, delivered to the home (Meals on Wheels) or served in neighborhood congregate settings (Community Cafés). The organization also provides Medicare Counseling (SHINE), Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Money Management and Healthy Aging programs for the entire city of Boston. For more information, visit www.ethocare.org.

A career that makes a difference and impacts the lives of others!

EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer -----Ethos Affirms and Supports Diversity

For applicants to be considered a COVER LETTER must be submitted with their resume.

Ethos has a mandatory Covid-19 Vaccine Policy

Full-time Exempt, 35 hour work week, No nights or Weekends

DESCRIPTION:

Ethos seeks an RN who will coordinate per diem nursing assignments with administrative assistant to assure that MassHealth Personal Care Attendant program timelines are met. Conduct initial evaluations with the Occupational Therapist (OTR) for consumers applying for the (PCA) program. Complete re-evaluations annually or upon functional impairment change. Complete the MassHealth PCA Evaluation form according to MassHealth guidelines. Maintain the database so that nursing visits can be scheduled effectively.

DUTIES:

1. Work with designated administrative assistant to verify that per diem nurse assignments are correct and will be completed on a timely basis.

2. Work with the PCA team to evaluate consumers for the PCA program following MassHealth Time-for-Task guidelines.

3. Conduct in-home initial evaluations and re-evaluations that accurately reflect the consumer’s functional abilities and need for physical assistance in performing ADLs and IADLs using the standard MassHealth PCA Evaluation form. Consider individual circumstances when determining the number of hours of physical assistance that a member requires for IADLs.

4. Schedule initial evaluation visits with the OTR.

5. Complete forms electronically using the MassHealth LTSS Provider Portal.

6. Provide support and oversight of per diem nursing staff. Assist program director with hiring as needed.

7. .Notify the PCA team when re-evaluations will be late so that extensions can be requested.

8. Meet with PCA team weekly to confer about pending and current evaluations.

9. Attend and participate in MassHealth meetings, committees and workgroups as needed.

10. Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. R.N. from School of Nursing accredited by the National League for Nursing (B.S. preferred). Must have a current valid license to practice nursing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

2. A minimum of two years of clinical experience including one year providing services to persons with disabilities.

3. Ability to work well with other professionals and to communicate effectively.

4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

5. Intermediate computer and basic word processing skills highly desirable.

6. Must have acceptable driving record/points and submit annually.

7. Must be able to drive or travel in an efficient manner.

8. Must be able to traverse at least two flights of stairs.

9. Must receive TB clearance .

Benefits include:

• vacation = 3 weeks to start
• sick time = 12 days
• personal time = 1 week
• 14 holidays off plus your birthday off!
• health & dental insurance
• life insurance
• long-term disability insurance
• short-term disability insurance
• LTC and voluntary insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• credit union
• pre-tax deductions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Mandatory Vaccine Policy, PPE supplied

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• providing services to persons with disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
• clinical: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• MA Driver's License (Preferred)
• MA RN license (Required)

Work Location: On the road

blackflymedia.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, blackflymedia.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, blackflymedia.com is the ideal place to find your next job.