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Position Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse who is passionate about making a positive impact in the healthcare industry. If you possess these qualities and are interested in joining our team, please submit your application or resume for consideration.

Job Summary:

The Supervising Nurse is a registered professional 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, patient, family and referring agency. Monitors and analyzes QAPI issues and directs clinical staff with regard to Hospice policies and procedures. May also be called Director of Nurses, Director of Clinical Services, Director of Professional Services, or a similar title

Duties:

• 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 of 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 payors, through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.
• Participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Group/Team (IDG/IDT), assists in development of the IDG plan, and participates 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 and performing 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 team members to achieve desirable outcomes.

Skills:

• Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrates proven decision-making skills.