PCS Assessor Registered Nurse (Rockingham/Stokes/Alamance)

Other duties as assigned

Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and conduct case consultations/peer reviews/internal auditing as assigned.

• Knowledge, skills, & abilities
• Knowledge of North Carolina Medicaid Clinical Coverage Policy (Clinical Policy) 3L and PCS Program Provider Manual
• Knowledge of standards of practice related to Medicaid-funded State Plan Personal Care Services, home and community-based services (HCBS) programs, and Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT).
• Knowledge and understanding of public sector services and supports.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to utilize computer equipment and web-based software to conduct work.
• Ability to interact with various office staff as needed to support necessary workflows.
• Ability to interact with healthcare professionals, patients, their families and other supports.
• Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups through spoken, written and electronic media.
• Ability to attend to detail, effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently without a high degree of supervision.
• Develops level of care recommendations based upon clinical evaluations.
• Participates in training of PCS stakeholders as needed.
• Ability to use person-centered thinking, planning, and have competency in awareness of the needs of persons with disabilities.

• Physical requirements
• Close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparation and analysis of documents; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading.
• Physical activity in this position includes crouching, reaching, walking, talking, hearing and repetitive motion of hands, wrists and fingers.
• Sedentary work with lifting requirements up to 10 pounds, sitting for extended periods of time.
• Mental concentration is required in all aspects of work.

Education & experience requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or other healthcare field required and two years of experience in home care setting. Experience with community-based individuals needing personal assistance with ADL and IADL tasks is highly preferred. Experience conducting PCS assessments highly preferred.

Licensure/Certification Required

Must have active licensure in North Carolina as a Registered Nurse (RN).

Residency requirement

The person in this position is required to reside in North Carolina or within 40 miles of the North Carolina border.

SALARY

Depending on qualifications & experience of candidate. This position is exempt and is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Deadline for application: Open Until Filled

APPLY

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Vaya Health is an equal opportunity employer.