Remote Scripps Rn Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $33.16 - $56.07 Hourly
Location : Atlanta, GA 30303
Job Type: Temporary
Remote Employment: Remote Optional
Office: Office of the Chief Operating Officer / Aging & Independence Services
Department: Aging & Independence Services
Opening Date: 04/23/2026
Closing Date: 6/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Description:
The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency that focuses on issues critical to the region's success, including growth and development, transportation, water resources, services for older adults and workforce solutions. ARC is dedicated to unifying the region's collective resources to prepare the metropolitan area for a prosperous future. This is done through professional planning initiatives, the provision of objective information, and the involvement of the community in collaborative partnerships.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing clinical support and consultation to intake staff, including completing Level of Care (LOC) reviews for individuals being screened for and referred to the Elderly and Disabled Medicaid Waiver Program (EDWP) to ensure accurate assessment and referral of individuals seeking services. This position involves conducting telephone and face-to-face clinical reviews, identifying service needs of older adults, individuals with disabilities of all ages, caregivers, and members of the public seeking information about both public and private long-term care options and other available resources. The RN will determine level of care required, apply Intermediate Level of Care Criteria as defined in the CCSP Care Coordination manual, enter level of care screening data into required client management database(s), place clients who meet LOC on the CCSP waiting list, notify clients of referral outcomes including issuing denial letters, and provide additional resources to individuals as needed.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, this position functions within the framework of the Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC), assisting individuals across the Atlanta region in accessing community-based support and services. This includes providing information and referral counseling and intake and screening for the Elderly and Disabled Waiver Program to determine service eligibility and needs.
This role is fully remote after the introductory period. There are occasionally times that this position requires coming into the office. The weekly hours for this position will vary based on the number of clients needing review, but we anticipate an average of 10 hours weekly.Individual must reside in Georgia.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides Level of Care (LOC) reviews on individuals being screened/referred to EDWP.
• Provides nursing consultation to intake staff on clinical issues.
• Provides telephone or face-to-face consultation to determine program eligibility; assesses the needs of clients using a person-centered approach to determine resource options; and performs intake and screening to determine program eligibility.
• Notifies clients of referral status.
• Informs applicants of appeal rights.
• Documents client interactions in client management system including assessment, identified needs, referrals and outcome.
• Conducts re-screening of clients on waiting lists to certify continued need for services.
• Conducts follow-up with clients to ensure resources are received, are appropriate, and individual outcomes are achieved.
• Performs other duties assigned to support agency goals and objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a Registered Nurse program and two years of clinical nursing experience

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Selected candidate will be subject to a criminal background check.

LICENSING REQUIREMENT:

• State of Georgia Registered Nurse License.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Knowledge of advanced clinical assessment methods.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of community nursing.
• Knowledge of social service resources for the population served including networks and community resources.
• Knowledge of aging network.
• Knowledgeoflong-termcareservices network.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid eligibility.
• Knowledge of Elderly and Disabled Waiver and other Medicaid waiver programs.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
• Knowledge and ability to interpret and apply federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
• Ability to provide nursing consultation.
• Ability to understand and practice active listening techniques.
• Ability to establish rapport with clients to elicit needs and match with appropriate resources.
• Ability to provide attention to detail in assignments.

• Ability to exercise confidentiality and maintain records and files.

• Ability to perform basic original research, compile and assemble data.
• Ability to prepare basic reports and documents from established information or by following a standard format.
• Ability to maintain and update data and documentation.
• Skill in comprehending reference books and manuals.
• Skill in conducting and completing telephonic intake and client needs assessments.
• Skill in determining client level of impairment and unmet needs.
• Skill in determining application program eligibility or priority for referral.
• Skill in organizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and prioritizing competing demands.
• Skill in overseeing and organizing and maintaining records and files.

• Possess exceptional time management, interpersonal and communication skills.

• Possess strong collaboration and partnership development skills with internal and external partners.
• Proficient in database technology and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint).

Additional Information
About ARC:
The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency that focuses on issues critical to the region's success, including growth and development, transportation, water resources, services for older adults and workforce solutions. ARC is dedicated to unifying the region's collective resources to prepare the metropolitan area for a prosperous future. This is done through professional planning initiatives, the provision of objective information and the involvement of the community in collaborative partnerships.
ARC Strategic Framework
Vision - ONE great REGION
Mission Statement
The Atlanta Regional Commission fosters thriving communities for all within the Atlanta region through collaborative, data-informed planning and investments.
Our Goals

1. Healthy, safe, livable communities in the Atlanta metro area.
2. Strategic investments in people, infrastructure, mobility, and preserving natural resources.
3. Regional services delivered with operational excellence and efficiency.
4. Diverse stakeholders engage and take a regional approach to solve local issues.
5. A competitive economy that is inclusive, innovative, and resilient.

Our Core Values
Excellence | A commitment to doing our best and going above and beyond in every facet of our work allowing for innovative practices and actions to be created while ensuring our agency's and our colleague's success.
Equity | We represent a belief that there are some things which people should have, that there are basic needs that should be fulfilled, that burdens and rewards should not be spread too divergently across the community, and that policy should be directed with impartiality, fairness and justice towards these ends.
Integrity | In our conduct, communication, and collaboration with each other and the region's residents, we will act with consistency, honesty, transparency, fairness and accountability within and across each of our responsibilities and functions.
Application Process:
The Atlanta Regional Commission is looking for individuals who enjoy working in a public service environment where the mission is to improve the quality of life for the citizens of the Atlanta region. ARC serves as a forum where leaders come together to discuss and act on issues of regionwide consequence, so it is important that our staff share the public entrepreneurial spirit that defines ARC.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, ARC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, sex, religion or disability.
To request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please contact ARC at 404-463-3100 or Human Resources via email at hr@atlantaregional.org.
ARC offers our full-time regular employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and more! For additional information, please visit:
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Do you have experience working with older adults and people with disabilities?

• Yes
• No

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Are you familiar with GA's Elderly and Disabled Waiver programs?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience doing Level of Care reviews for Medicaid eligibility?

• Yes
• No

Required Question