Licensed Practical Nurse - Adult Foster Care Program

Greater Springfield Senior Services, Inc. (GSSSI)

Springfield, MA

Expired: April 05, 2024 Applications are no longer accepted.

Full-Time

Be part of a dynamic team!

Full-time, 35 hours/week

A hybrid schedule of three days remote and two days in the office may be possible after training.

Will provide the medical/nursing component to a multidisciplinary team composed of licensed practical nurses, registered nurses and case managers/social workers. The team facilitates the screening of new caregivers, the Adult Foster Care (AFC) settings and members, the matching of members and families, and the on-going services to program members.

Under the direction and supervision of an AFC Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse may perform the following duties.

Provide orientation and ongoing healthcare training and education to assigned program members and caregivers.
Develop, implement, and monitor members' Plan of Care (POC).
Maintain good working relationships and open communications with doctors and other professionals in the community in order to monitor health statuses of each member.
Assist Adult Foster Care in the development and implementation of outreach and marketing plans.
Maintain strong working knowledge of AFC funding sources, including MassHealth, SCO, One Cares, and Private Pay and understands how each funding source directs the scope/manner in which AFC Program services are delivered.
Maintain case files/electronic files by completing all mandated paperwork in a timely fashion according to required documentation standards.
Participate in required quality performance initiatives within program area.
Complete PCP Order Form to obtain MassHealth or SCO/One Care prior approval.
Review client's plan of care and health status in conjunction with the primary care physician annually and semi-annually for accuracy and updates.
Provide telephone support when needed to on-call staff for AFC Members and Caregivers.
Participate in after-hours telephone coverage to address emergency situations.

Education and Experience:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) must be licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and in good standing with the Board.
- At least one year of experience providing care to elderly/disabled individuals.

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.