Job Description

Per Diem Nurse Evaluator

Westford, MA | Dracut, MA | Burlington, MA | Lowell, MA
Northeast Arc – Personal Care Management (PCM) Program

Do you thrive in a role where your clinical expertise helps individuals live independently and with dignity? Northeast Arc is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Per Diem Nurse Evaluator to support individuals enrolled in our Personal Care Management (PCM) Program throughout Westford, Dracut, Burlington, and Lowell, MA

About Northeast Arc

At Northeast Arc, we partner with individuals with disabilities and their families to help them live as full members of their communities. Through our Personal Care Management (PCM) Program, we support approximately 5,000 individuals across Northeastern Massachusetts, Greater Boston, and MetroWest by helping them access and manage personal care services that promote independence and quality of life.

The PCM program, a MassHealth initiative, allows individuals with long-term disabilities to remain safely in their homes by hiring and directing their own Personal Care Attendants (PCAs). Our interdisciplinary team—including Skills Trainers, Nurses, and Occupational Therapists—works collaboratively to assess needs, develop care plans, and empower consumers to successfully manage their services.

The Nurse Evaluator plays a vital role in conducting clinical re-evaluations to determine ongoing eligibility for PCA services and the appropriate level of care. Evaluations are completed in collaboration with Occupational Therapists and reflect Northeast Arc’s commitment to person-centered, community-based care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person clinical assessments in the consumer’s home or place of residence alongside an Occupational Therapist
• Evaluate physical, cognitive, and functional abilities to determine eligibility and appropriateness for PCA services
• Assess needs related to activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)
• Ensure evaluations accurately reflect the consumer’s level of required physical assistance
• Complete all documentation in a timely, thorough, and compliant manner
• Collaborate closely with Occupational Therapists, Skills Trainers, and the broader PCM team

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN or LPN license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience
• Experience providing direct care to elderly individuals or adults with disabilities
• Home care or community-based experience strongly preferred
• Completion of the MassHealth PCM Training Program (or willingness to complete)
• Current CPR certification
• Strong understanding of community supports and services
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Schedule & Role Type

• Per diem position
• Fully flexible scheduling
• Nurses create their own availability
• Work available Monday through Sunday

Compensation

• $80–$85 per completed evaluation, based on experience
• Paid training provided prior to independently conducting evaluations
• This role is compensated per evaluation, not hourly

Why Join Northeast Arc?

• Meaningful work that directly supports independence and dignity
• Flexible, self-scheduled per diem role
• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
• Paid training and supportive onboarding

Northeast Arc is a premier provider of services devoted to strengthening the abilities of all. We are a non-profit human services provider located in Danvers. We are a mission-driven agency committed to changing lives and discovering skills. Whether it’s the individuals we serve or our employees who support them, we know each person has unique talents and contributions. Northeast Arc prioritizes inclusion and diversity. We value the individual perspectives, cultures, and approaches our employees bring to make us one of the most innovative organizations in human services!