Hospice Director of Clinical Servcies (RN)

Why Trinity Hospice? At Trinity Hospice, we believe that delivering outstanding hospice care starts with investing in our clinical team. We are committed to providing the flexibility, resources, and professional respect you deserve, empowering you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day. The Director of Clinical Services is a registered nurse who ensures quality of patient care in the home. Primary function is for the overall administration of the clinical departments and monitoring of appropriate staffing and productivity. Coordinates care with the Interdisciplinary Group/Team, patient, family and referring agency. Monitors and analyzes QAPI issues and directs clinical staff with regard to the Hospice policies and procedures. Job Qualifications: -Education: Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing. -Licensure: Current state license as a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or in accordance with the Board of Nurse Examiners rules for Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), current Drivers License. -Experience: Minimum of 2 years of hospice/home care experience and at least one year of supervisory experience. -Skills: Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively. Demonstrates proven decision-making skills. If required to make visits, proof of current CPR certification. Must read, write and comprehend English. -Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance Environmental and Working Conditions: Performs duties in an office environment during the Hospice operating hours. If required to make patient visits, may work in patientshomes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and to infectious diseases; ability to work flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather; PRN emergency calls. Must be available at all times either in person orvia telecommunications. Physical and Mental Effort: Prolonged sitting required, with ability to operate office equipment which may include heavy lifting, bending, and standing. Requiresability to handle stressful situations in a calm and courteous manner at all times. Prolonged standing and walking required, with abilityto lift up to 50 lbs and move patients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs, and tomake quick decisions and resource acquisition. Essential Functions: -Directs and coordinates clinical departments; assumes responsibility for continuity, quality, and safety of services delivered in compliance with state and federal regulations. (Conditions of Participation). -Promotes the philosophy and administrative policies of the Hospice, in an effort to ensure quality of patient care. -Participates in activities relevant to professional services including development of qualifications and assignment ofthe Hospice personnel. -Supervises and provides direction to subordinates, in an effort to ensure quality, compliance with the Plan of Care, assessment and reassessment of patients needs, and continuity of services by appropriate health care personnel. -Monitors the QAPI Program and assures appropriate corrective measures are performed. -Promotes compliance with all fiscal intermediary and/or other third- party payers, through education, coaching, andother assistance as necessary. -Participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Group/Team (IDG/T), assists in development of the IDG/T plan, andparticipates in QAPI activities. -Monitors systems and identifies problem areas to Administrator both verbally and through written reports. -Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the Hospice and licensing board. -Promotes and educates regarding the concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating andperforming patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease. -Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other teammembers to achieve desirable outcomes. Benefits & Perks 7 paid holidays annually, plus a paid day off for your birthdayComprehensive benefits package with a variety of insurance plan options401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributionsSupport for continuing education and professional development creditsAdditional employee benefits and wellness programs