The RN/QP visits locations where Personal Care Assistance services are being delivered to provide oversight of (PCA) services as well as the staff in the delivery of those services. The RN/QP educates clients about their conditions and provides physical and psychological support. It is important to create, retain, and maintain documentation that relates to the client, the responsible party, and the client's PCAs at site visits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Make visits to any PCA Choice client designated as having complex health needs or who is ventilator dependent.
• Visit designated clients at the point of PCA service delivery to provide oversight and evaluate the effectiveness of PCA services every 180 days.
• Complete documentation at in-person visit to include: the satisfaction level of the client/responsible party with the PCA services, the month-to-month plan for the use of personal care units, the personal assistance care plan, the PCA services provided, any changes in the client's needs which requires a change to the care plan and level of service, all communication with the client/responsible party and personal care assistants.
• Establish plans to operate medical equipment and administer medications and treatments.
• Build a strong and respectful relationship with all clients and families served.
• Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure best practices are conducted for clients served.
• Promote client's independence by establishing care goals; and teaching clients, PCA staff, and family to understand their condition, medications, and self-care skills.
• Retain and maintain documentation of on-site visits and communication with the client/responsible party, as appropriate in, the ICARE client file, PCA employee file, and the client's home.
• Visit clients and responsible parties in person for the purpose of enrolling them in PCA services.
• Conduct visits via phone or email with the client/responsible party in order to monitor the delivery of services or follow-up on any action items and conduct personal visits with the client/responsible party at least once every 360 days.
• Respond to supervisor requests for assistance with training, orientation, and evaluation of the PCA after consultation.
• Contribute to the organization's mission by complying with policies and procedures and performing other duties of a similar nature or level.

Education/Experience:

Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree and currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Minnesota. A minimum of 2 years' experience in the nursing field and in addition at least 1 year' experience working with people with developmental and mental disabilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be proficient in computer-based office software.
• Possess good oral communication skills to effectively present information to clients.
• Strong record-keeping and organizational skills.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in clients' conditions.
• Complete the Steps for Success training as required by DHS within 6 months of hire.
• Pass the MN Department of Human Services (DHS) background check and physical exam that proves the ability to perform the physical demands of the job.
• Hold a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and have reliable transportation to use for work driving purposes.