RN Director of Hospice Services

Company: Affinis Hospice
Location: Gray
Posted on: November 24, 2022

Job Description:

We are a COVID-19 vaccinated workforce. New Associates must provide proof of vaccination prior to hire date.Join us atAffinis Hospice- a place where you'll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We'll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life - both inside and outside of our centers. And you'll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that's known for the highest level of care in our communitiesResponsible for managing the business operations of Hospice Services to include general supervision and responsibility for planning, organizing, coordination and evaluation of all day-to-day aspects of Hospice patient care. Includes coordination of referrals and patient care related supervisory functions. Consults and collaborates with Vice President of Hospice Services to facilitate the development, implementation and monitoring of strategic plans, goals and objectives.ROLE OVERVIEWKnowledge and Experience

• Requires broad management knowledge to lead a team within a department or unit.
• Typically has mastery level knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with broad understanding of other areas within the department.
  • Exhibits servant leadership by serving to negotiate and compromise with parties who may have conflicting objectives.Team Oversight, Leadership &Talent Management
    • Commits to Servant Leadership, further developing skills identified in our Attitudes & Attributes.
    • Invests in mentorship - as a mentee and mentor.
    • Manages a large team typically comprising of other Managers and/or experienced professionals.
    • Typically has hiring, firing, promotion and reward authority within own area, in accordance with manager review and approval.Strategy and Organizational Impact
      • Manages large team which would typically consist of both experienced professionals and managers.
      • Focuses on tactical and operational plans with short-to mid-term focus (1-2+ years).
      • Problems faced may be difficult to moderately complex.
      • Influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices, and procedures. Focus, Innovation and Complexity
        • Responsible for making moderate to significant improvements of processes, systems or services to enhance performance of department.
        • Commits to the project management process. Strategically considering business case, resource investment, change management, and implementation elements at all stages of projects when a part of a project team.
        • Communicates within and outside of the System, including partners, customers, or vendors.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
          • Provides leadership, direction and supervision for Administrators for Hospice Services.
          • Assumes role and responsibilities of the Administrator for Hospice Services during absences as needed.
          • Implements Hospice goals and objectives under the direction of the Vice President of Hospice Services in accordance with the mission of Hospice Services.
          • Participates in the identification of the need for, and assists in the coordination of the development of services and best practices.
          • Oversees compliance of Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Program
            • Includes monthly targeted record reviews
            • Quarterly Hospice Service audit/office visits in between focus on areas of opportunity
            • Quarterly evaluation of program integrity, rollup of QA data and evaluation of results
            • Identifies trends in opportunities and develops education related to areas of improvement
            • Participates in QAPI meetings and develops a plan of action for improvement needs
            • Evaluates financial performance through variance reports for each Hospice Services Location to determine opportunities and needs for the location Administrator.
            • Monitors clinical outcomes (HIS/CAHPS) and performance metrics and implements education related to new clinical practices or identified opportunities.
            • Develops and implements Quality Assurance Annual Reviews to be completed annually for each location and follow up plans.
            • Provides on-site survey support during certification or complaint surveys.
            • Provides support and direction for Administrators related to staffing and personnel concerns, aides in interview process when appropriate.
            • Reviews and updates organizational forms and tools utilized by the hospice for documentation.
            • Provides training and education to associates on Electronic Health Record.
            • Monitor census/outreach reports and provides review and guidance for outreach and implements action plans in conjunction with the Administrators when opportunities occur.
            • Serves on appointed System project teams or persona groups.
            • Ensures that efficient systems, procedures, and controls are established for all clinical operations.
            • Works closely with the Administrator and Medical Director for Hospice Services to plan and implement policies and procedures relative to clinical operations and set standards for all performance objectives.
            • Promotes the image and reputation of the System by exhibiting servant leadership and providing direct and open lines of communication.
            • Contributes to the work of committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts of the System.
            • Performs other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the System.SKILLS AND ABILITIES
              • Requires strong skills in the area of hospice clinical operations, knowledge of state and federal hospice care rules and regulations, and management team development.
              • Effective communication and delegation skills are required.
              • Must accept responsibility for ensuring that the team has appropriate clinical practice skills appropriate for the direction and supervision of hospice services.
              • Ability to travel throughout the areas serviced by Hospice Services.
              • Thorough knowledge of management and organizational concepts.
              • Clearly understands the organizational structure.
              • Considerable knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations governing human resources management.
              • Ability to effectively communicate and present information in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing.
              • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, department heads, administrators, member organization presidents and their leadership teams, and the general public.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
                • Registered Nurse, currently licensed in the State of Georgia preferred.
                • Minimum of three years Hospice experience in a leadership position.
                • BSN preferred.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESYesLANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of the organization.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.REASONING ABILITYAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram format. The ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.COMPUTER APPLICATION SKILLSThis job requires proficiency with the following computer applications:Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Excel Microsoft WordCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSRegistered Nurse with current and active State of Georgia license preferred.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to walk. Use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The associate is occasionally required to stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.EEO / M / F / D / V / Drug Free Workplace

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