Director Hospice RN

Description

THE ROLE

The Director of Hospice is responsible for the day-to-day clinical management of St. Joseph Home Care Services-Hospice and Collabria Care Hospice and for the effective and efficient use of all resources in carrying out the organization's purposes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Directs the hospice program through management of Clinical Managers and support staff according to their abilities and defined responsibilities.
• Manages program administration, planning, supervision and evaluation.
• Manages day-to-day compliance with regulatory and reimbursement requirements as defined by the Medicare COPs, State, Medicare and The Joint Commission requirements.
• Participates in the development and implementation of administrative policies.
• Establishes functions and qualifications for all personnel in collaboration with the Executive Director.
• Determines clinical staffing needs and staffing patterns according to program requirements and with consideration for utilization of personnel at their maximum potential.
• Authorizes appointments of staff positions consistent with network policy and approval of Senior Executive Director.
• Oversees compliance with clinical resource policies.
• Responsible for stewardship of resources and meeting Board approved budget.
• Represents Northern California hospice services (St. Joseph Home Care and Collabria Care) to the community and Hospitals as requested or as necessary to nurture and maintain a collaborative working relationship.
• Managing, directing and supervising patient care activities.
• Responsible for physician, staff and patient satisfaction.
• Participates in student intern programs in collaboration with contracted colleges or certificate programs if staffing available.
• Participates as a member of the Executive Management Team for Northern California hospice Services; completes assigned projects and promotes team cohesion and teamwork within the group.
• Works collaboratively with the quality team to establish the QA / PI program within the hospice department and collaborates with Clinical Managers in the development of in-services and educational experiences for performance improvement.
• Participates in palliative care activities within the Northern California hospice services, system hospitals and the community.
• Develops and is held accountable for departmental strategic goals and service line development.
• Responsible for the development and management of the clinical care delivery process, clinical practice and policy and procedures.

Annually completes Compliance Education and understands applicable policies.

• Participates in network, community and national education programs as appropriate.
• Participates in Health System Ethics Committee .
• Oversight of donations made to Hospice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Healthcare or related field; or equivalent educ / experience
• Master's Degree in Business, Healthcare or related field (preferred)
• Upon hire : California Registered Nurse License (Vendor Managed)
• Upon hire : Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) (preferred)
• 3 years of supervisory experience in a home health agency, hospice or related health program
• 2 years of RN experience in Hospice
• Director of Hospice experience (preferred)
• Ability in program administration, including knowledge of healthcare policies and reimbursement practices
• Demonstrated excellence in managing human resources
• Demonstrated excellence in both written and oral communication
• Knowledge of federal, state and The Joint Commission regulations.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of Know me, care for me, ease my way. Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others.

We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.

Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington.

As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby / on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more.

Learn more at providence.jobs / benefits.

Requsition ID : 302871

Company : Providence Jobs

Job Category : Patient Care (Non-Acute)

Job Function : Clinical Care

Job Schedule : Full time

Job Shift : Day

Career Track : Leadership

Department : 7831 ADMIN HOSPICE

Address : CA Napa 414 S Jefferson St

Work Location : Napa Valley Hospice & Adult Day Svcs

Pay Range : $87.30 - $140.54

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby / on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

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