Key Responsibilities
Clinical Oversight & Care Coordination
- Conduct initial and ongoing nursing assessments as required
- Develop, review, and update individualized care plans
- Monitor client health status and respond to changes in condition
- Coordinate care with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare providers
- Review and monitor medication-related supports (non-administration unless authorized)
Compliance & Documentation
- Ensure compliance with Wisconsin DHS, ForwardHealth, and Medicaid regulations
- Review and maintain accuracy of client binders and clinical documentation
- Participate in audits, surveys, and corrective action planning
- Ensure emergency care plans (ECPs) are current and implemented
- Complete incident reviews and provide follow-up as required
Staff Support & Training
- Provide clinical guidance and supervision to caregivers and PCA staff
- Conduct staff training on client-specific care needs and nursing-related tasks
- Support competency evaluations and ongoing education
- Promote infection control, safety, and best practices
Quality Assurance & Program Development
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Identify areas for improvement in care delivery and documentation
- Support policy development and implementation
- Maintain professional standards and ethical practice
Qualifications
- Current Wisconsin Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
- Minimum 1–2 years of nursing experience (home health, long-term care, or AFH preferred)
- Knowledge of ForwardHealth, Medicaid, AFH, and PCA regulations preferred
- Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Proficiency with basic computer systems and electronic documentation
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to travel between client homes as needed
- Ability to perform assessments, observe care, and review documentation
- Ability to lift or assist as required by client care activities (as applicable)
Confidentiality & Professional Standards
- Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and agency policies
- Adhere to ethical nursing standards and agency procedures
- Maintain professional boundaries at all times
Acknowledgment
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may be adjusted to meet operational and regulatory needs.