Hospice Director of Nursing (Registered Nurse)

Oversees the overall clinical process for quality patient care from admission to discharge 

Directly supervises the clinical staff, all disciplines who provide direct patient care, and the internal clinical support teams regarding day-to-day patient activities, clinical issues and concerns 

Interaction with individuals (internal clinical teams, patient family member, physician, etc.) as applicable via phone, email and/or face to face concerning patient care 

Organize and allocate clinical staff to carry out the activities necessary to accomplish program objectives 

Assumes accountability for documentation and clinical charting practices in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal /State guidelines 

Assists with the intake, referral and admission process as needed including but not limited to record review 

Implement policy, procedures and quality improvement programs in the field 

Monitors patient trends and outcomes through leadership of QAPI program 

Monitor data submitted to Medicare for accuracy and implements corrections as warranted  

Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of the latest trends in field of expertise 

Supports the selection of field staff 

Assists with the on-boarding of new hires as well as on-going mentoring of employees to facilitate staff retention 

Supervises field staff and clinical support and training staff with consistency and clarity of expectations 

Performs audits, reports and analysis of reports related to the hospice organization 

Oversees QAPI program 

Ensures resolution of pertinent staff issues 

Works closely with Care Integration partners to engage community through clinical leadership 

Completes yearly evaluations in an accurate and timely manner 

Performs coaching, counseling and discipline as needed 

Maintains timely and accurate documentation of all aspects of quality tracking and employee coaching, discipline and education 

Maintains a professional appearance and Cultural Fit as a representative of the company 

Understands and practices agency policies and procedures 

Other duties as assigned 

Clinical Manager and Executive Director back up as needed  

Interviewing, hiring, training and termination of department personnel. 

Provides consistent coaching and provides challenge and opportunity to direct reports.  

Supervises direct reports with consistency and clarity of expectations. 

Completes yearly evaluations in an accurate and timely manner.  

Performs coaching, counseling and discipline as needed.  

Works with direct reports to ensure employee satisfaction and resolution of issues and concerns. 

Conducts employee performance reviews. 

This position requires a Registered Nurse in the state of employment 

A minimum of one year of supervisory or administrative experience in hospice, or related health programs 

Expertise and Hospice background for multiple sites preferred 

Knowledge of guidelines governing hospice agencies 

Able to handle financial reports and understand direct cost controls 

Ability to create positive impressions and maintain effective communication with a variety of people 

Knowledgeable on nursing best practices 

Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution 

Detail-oriented and observant 

Strong ability to multi-task and be adaptable as priorities change throughout the day 

Operational knowledge of system software including but not limited to: EMR, PDA’s, payroll, Microsoft Office & Outlook preferred 

This position requires a Registered Nurse in the state of employment