Gentiva is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Director Hospice for a nursing job in Augusta, Maine.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Hospice
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Staff
Our Company:
Gentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people's lives every day.
Overview:
We're looking for a Director of Clinical Services RN to join our team. You will report directly to the Executive Director. You will be responsible for ensuring the appropriate delivery of patient services and compliance with the Conditions of Participation of the Medicare Hospice Benefit, State Hospice regulations and the operating model. In addition, this position achieves and maintains competency in several areas: quality care and service, staffing, leadership, census, and cost control.
- Establish, implement, and evaluate goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote the standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and philosophy.
- Manage hospice physicians' visit schedules, certification/recertification process, and clinical oversight issues.
- Support the day-to-day operation at the local office, including employment of qualified Hospice personnel and provision of Hospice services
About You:
- At least three years' experience of direct patient care in a clinical setting and two years' experience in hospice or home-based care setting
- Minimum of one year management experience required
- Current RN license to practice nursing in the state of residence and requested employment
- Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with accepted hospice principles and practice, including industry standards, regulations, and best practices (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC), company policies/procedures, and understanding of terminally ill patients and their families
- Strong collaboration skills including partnering with operations, business development, clinical, and other teams to improve processes and achieve quality outcomes
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
- Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
- Competitive Salaries
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Professional Growth and Development Opportunities
Legalese:
- This is a safety-sensitive position
- Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
- Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
- We are proud to be an EEO employer
- We maintain a drug-free workplace
Location: Gentiva Hospice
Gentiva Job ID . Posted job title: Hospice RN Director of Clinical Services
About Gentiva
Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and home health providers that are passionate about caring for others. With more than 550 locations and thousands of compassionate clinicians across 38 states, our place is by the side of those who need us - from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Gentiva's corporate headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia, with providers delivering care across the U.S.
Benefits
- Continuing Education
- Medical benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Vision benefits
- Discount program
- Pet insurance
- Holiday Pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Life insurance