Cape Abilities·Hyannis, Massachusetts
Provides direct medical care and coordinates health services for program participants in collaboration with primary physicians. Oversees healthcare services, documents progress notes, and serves as a mandated reporter for abuse or neglect.
Provides direct care and coordination of medical services to program participants.
Essential job functions
Provides direct care, as needed.
Provides training in relevant health topics for staff and clients, as needed.
Coordinates medical services with each participant’s primary physician or medical clinic.
Oversees all health care services provided to program participants.
Participates in the ongoing interdisciplinary evaluation and review of each participant’s needs and status.
Obtains reports and approval of treatment plans from primary physicians.
Documents recommendation in participants’ records resulting from periodic reviews.
Advises program management and staff of any medical problems that may hinder a participant’s progress or that may be negatively impacted by program activities.
Completes, signs and/or reviews monthly progress notes in accordance with regulations established by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts-Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS).
Serves as mandated reporter for suspected cases of abuse and/or neglect to the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC).
Preparation, knowledge, skills & abilities
Registered Nurse (RN) licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
Minimum 1 year prior experience in a community health setting.
Must be able to effectively communicate in both verbal and written form with coworkers and supported individuals and read fluently.
Valid driver’s license in the state of Massachusetts required.
Successful completion of all state and Agency mandated trainings required upon hire.
Must be compassionate and patient.
Working conditions/Physical demands
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and twisting.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to pull up or transfer individuals weighing up to 250 pounds.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.
Requires a valid Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license and a minimum of one year of experience in a community health setting. Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver's license and the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Market context
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