Hospice Director of Nursing, RN

Company: PruittHealth
Location: Rocky Mount
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

DescriptionJOB PURPOSE: Coordinates the provision of hospice services for each patient and family, coordinates clinical services for the hospice agency, supervises the interdisciplinary team members, provides outreach to the communityKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:--- Implements employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive partner-company relationship and promote a high level of partner morale--- Keeps supervisor informed of daily activities and issues. Proposes solutions to all issues.--- Maintains an effective relationship with management staff, partners and general public.--- Participates in the establishment and implementation of policies and procedures for nursing and personal care services based on generally accepted standards of practice.--- Responsible for coordinating orientation of personnel to nursing policy and procedures.--- Follows all company policies and procedures, state and federal laws and regulations and charged with reporting violations to the appropriate supervisor.--- Carries out all duties with a "Commitment to Caring" attitude and in accordance with the company's mission, vision, and philosophy.--- Maintains confidentiality of company information.--- Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times.--- Able to respond to change productively and handle additional projects as assigned.--- Able to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing a specific or current risk of substantial harm to the health and safety of self and others.--- Coordinates hospice services for each patient and family.--- Primary responsibility for taking and coordinating referrals and admissions through the established policy and guidelines.--- Coordinates admission process through assignment to clinical staff and/or performing field admission visits.--- Coordinates admission paperwork to ensure timely completion and accuracy.--- Makes field visits to evaluate appropriateness, determine eligibility for services and present hospice program.--- Communicates assessment findings to Attending Physician and initiates treatment plan per physician's orders.--- Assigns clinical staff to patients and families based on patient need, including chaplain, social workers, volunteers, dietary counselors, therapists for PT/ST/OT, and bereavement coordinators.--- Orders and approves DME and nursing supplies.--- Assists in provision of training on hospice issues to clinical staff, patients and families, healthcare centers, nursing facilities, acute care facilities and community groups.--- Performs routine chart audits to ensure timeliness and accuracy of documentation and MD orders.--- Assists with maintaining compliance with federal, state, and agency regulations and Joint Commission standards.--- Identifies, completes and follows up on quality assurance performance improvement reports including monitoring of infections and Opportunity Occurrence Program Reports.--- Facilitates team meetings and care plan review.--- Completes monthly nursing and nurse assistant schedule, including tracking staff absences and finding replacements.--- Communicates with Attending Physicians and Medical Director on routine basis as indicated.--- Completes competency assessments for nursing, certified nursing assistant, and aide partners.--- Performs other duties as assigned by Administrator.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:--- Participate in center/agency surveys (Licensure / JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports.--- Attend and participate in continuing educational programs to keep abreast of changes in your field as well as to maintain current license/certification, as required.--- Attend and participate in mandatory inservices.--- Honor patients/residents' rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints.--- Comply with corporate compliance program.--- Report job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary.--- Follow established safety regulations, to include fire protection & prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc.--- Follow established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment.#CBQualificationsMINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:BSN degree is preferredMINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:A minimum of 3-5 years management experience is desiredMINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Currently licensed as an RN in the state where you will provide careMust have current driver's license and valid automobile liability insuranceMust have current certification in basic life support CPRADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)--- Current license as a Registered Nurse in the state where you will provide care--- Management experience is preferred.--- Experience in hospice or home care is preferred--- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with individuals and groups.--- Ability to work a flexible schedule.--- Commitment to the Hospice concept and standards.--- Orientation to Hospice and any other training that may be necessary to complete the assigned duties effectively.--- Communicates well with patients/residents/clients and family members providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude to families, visitors, patients/residents/clients and responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor. Answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.Job: NursingPrimary Location: North Carolina-Rocky MountSchedule: Full-timeShift: 1st ShiftJob Posting: Dec 24, 2020, 11:06:32 AM

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