Director of Clinical Services - Hospice

Job Description

Job Description

Overview :

The Director of Clinical Services, Hospice provides coordination of the entire interdisciplinary team by coordinating all disciplines including social work, counseling and volunteer services for the provision of patient care, particularly through coordination of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings. The Director of Clinical Services assists with the oversight of safety and infection control, chart audits, and medical supplies. Assures medical records are maintained appropriately and that all clinical disciplines function according to licensure, state law and Medicare standards. Assist with coverage for the Director of Operations during vacations, leaves or as needed. This position supports the Dayton, Lebanon and Cincinnati Markets.

Hospice is a philosophy of care for those facing life-limiting illnesses, as well as their families and caregivers. The focus of hospice care is to help patients experience peace, comfort, and quality of life while also offering support and services to their family and caregivers.

At Otterbein Hospice, our dedicated and compassionate team is here to help you through all stages of life's journey. When the time comes for hospice care, our team will involve you and your loved ones in your care options, and together with you, develop a personalized plan of care. Our team includes nurses, a chaplain and social worker for your care and support. We offer the peace that comes with being cared for in your home.

Shift : Full time 8a-5p

Responsibilities :

Planning, Organizing & Implementation

• Provides direction, supervision and consultation to the clinical staff.
• Serves as a resource to all agency personnel regarding clinical activities.
• Assists in the oversight of the nursing, hospice aide, social work, counseling and therapy services to patients in Hospice consistent with standards of practice, community need, agency policies and procedures, Medicare guidelines and State Hospice licensure laws.
• Provides clinical nursing care to patients when needed.
• Works with clinical staff to assist as needed with difficult care issues and to alter patient plans of care.
• Advises, assists and collaborates with clinicians on an as-needed basis to assess patient situations, staff problems, and coordinate physician referrals.
• Assures that each patient receives quality care consistent with agency policies based on patient need and state / federal guidelines.
• Utilizes nursing knowledge and skills in overseeing the provision of nursing care to hospice patients on a high quality, consistent basis in accordance with the mission of agency.
• Assists with the development and maintenance of nursing and clinical policy and procedure manuals.
• Assures that hospice nurses, social workers, counselors, therapists and hospice aides / homemakers receive supervision.
• Demonstrates basic keyboarding and word processing skills and is able to use agency software / computer systems.
• Assists Executive Director in seeing that there is proper maintenance of medical records.

Human Resource Management

Fiscal Management

Leadership / Professionalism

Resource Utilization

Qualifications :

Education : Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program, bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.

Licensure / Certification : Must have a current RN license in good standing in the state of Ohio or in accordance with the Board of Nursing. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with Ohio requirements

Experience : 2+ years as a RN of direct patient care experience in hospice, a home care setting or other related health program required; 2+ years of supervisory and / or administrative experience required.

BENEFITS

Health & Wellness

Financial Security

Growth & Development

Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife :

For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We're a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.

Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.

Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a Director of Clinical Services - Hospice at Otterbein!