Hospice director job description
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Hospice director requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in hospice director job postings.
Sample hospice director requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in hospice care
- Proven ability to lead, manage and motivate a team
- Extensive knowledge of hospice regulations and licensing requirements
- Excellent understanding of financial and budgeting principles
Sample required hospice director soft skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Positive attitude and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Highly empathetic and compassionate
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with staff, families and community members
Hospice director job description example 1
Clinical Management Consultants hospice director job description
One of the largest home health and hospice agencies in Northern California, is actively seeking a Nurse Director Hospice and Palliative Care Services to oversee patient care services in the in the Northern Sacramento Valley.
Reporting directly to the Hospice and Palliative Care Services Administrator, the Palliative Care Nurse Director must be an effective communicator and be able to provide important details regarding the department on a regular basis. Serving as a leader to the Palliative Care Nurse Managers, the Palliative Care Nurse Director must be able to provide their expertise and knowledge in the event a pressing issue may arise or when their service is needed. Serving as a mentor to the Palliative Care Nurse Educator and the hospice staff nurses, the Palliative Care Nurse Director must act a role model for the department and promote unity and a cohesive environment amongst the staff.
Tasked with the responsibility setting staff expectations, Hospice Nurse Director must promote consistent and constant respect and kindness throughout the department. Making sure their patients are being treated in a safe environment with the upmost care, the Hospice Nurse Director must be well-versed with the agencies rules and regulations. The Nurse Director must be well versed in JCAHO standards, Medicare, Medi-Cal, State and Federal Regulations for a hospice setting.
The Hospice Care Nurse Director must be able to work well with the families of their patients, and ensure the best care and support is being provided.
The Director Palliative Care and Hospice will be joining a team and Organization, well regarded throughout out the region for their quality measures and patient satisfaction scores. Devoted to patient care, and with an ever-expanding patient population, the organization started small and has grown into one of the largest and busiest Hospice Services in the region.
Located in the Sacramento Valley, the Medical Center is surrounded by an excellent school district and affordable housing market. Just a short drive from the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range and the San Francisco Bay Area, this region is moments away from all of nature's wonders
The Home Health and Hospice Agency is prepared to offer a generous salary, relocation assistance, a lucrative bonus plan, retirement and a pension plan.
Reporting directly to the Hospice and Palliative Care Services Administrator, the Palliative Care Nurse Director must be an effective communicator and be able to provide important details regarding the department on a regular basis. Serving as a leader to the Palliative Care Nurse Managers, the Palliative Care Nurse Director must be able to provide their expertise and knowledge in the event a pressing issue may arise or when their service is needed. Serving as a mentor to the Palliative Care Nurse Educator and the hospice staff nurses, the Palliative Care Nurse Director must act a role model for the department and promote unity and a cohesive environment amongst the staff.
Tasked with the responsibility setting staff expectations, Hospice Nurse Director must promote consistent and constant respect and kindness throughout the department. Making sure their patients are being treated in a safe environment with the upmost care, the Hospice Nurse Director must be well-versed with the agencies rules and regulations. The Nurse Director must be well versed in JCAHO standards, Medicare, Medi-Cal, State and Federal Regulations for a hospice setting.
The Hospice Care Nurse Director must be able to work well with the families of their patients, and ensure the best care and support is being provided.
The Director Palliative Care and Hospice will be joining a team and Organization, well regarded throughout out the region for their quality measures and patient satisfaction scores. Devoted to patient care, and with an ever-expanding patient population, the organization started small and has grown into one of the largest and busiest Hospice Services in the region.
Located in the Sacramento Valley, the Medical Center is surrounded by an excellent school district and affordable housing market. Just a short drive from the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range and the San Francisco Bay Area, this region is moments away from all of nature's wonders
The Home Health and Hospice Agency is prepared to offer a generous salary, relocation assistance, a lucrative bonus plan, retirement and a pension plan.
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Hospice director job description example 2
Prime Source Marketing hospice director job description
Seeking an experienced Director of Nursing, RN for a hospice in the Pasadena area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a unique hospice organization that offers enhanced hospice services. This successful company utilizes several unique alternative therapies and is a premier provider of end-of-life care.
Must be a Registered Nurse
Ideal candidate is clinically strong in hospice care, an effective team leader, and possess a solid knowledge of federal, state, and accreditation standards.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Coordinates and oversees all direct and indirect patient services provided by clinical/organization personnel.
Hires, evaluates, and terminates organization personnel.
Develops, implements and evaluates the orientation program for new organization personnel.
Conduct annual evaluations on clinicians, or more frequently if indicated.
Overseas the maintenance of patent clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purpose of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.
Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
Required Skills:
Registered Nurse with a current licensee in the state of California
3+ years of management experience, with at least five years of experience in home health or hospice.
Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited university.
Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community.
Current AHA CPR certification.
Licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and in good working condition.
Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and Joint Commission Standards.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off
Medical specialties:
Geriatrics Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Company DescriptionPrime Source is an executive search firm specializing in the placement of experienced professionals in temporary and permanent positions in skilled nursing facilities, hospice, home health, assisted living, rehab companies, home medical equipment, hospitals and affiliate organizations nationwide.
Must be a Registered Nurse
Ideal candidate is clinically strong in hospice care, an effective team leader, and possess a solid knowledge of federal, state, and accreditation standards.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Coordinates and oversees all direct and indirect patient services provided by clinical/organization personnel.
Hires, evaluates, and terminates organization personnel.
Develops, implements and evaluates the orientation program for new organization personnel.
Conduct annual evaluations on clinicians, or more frequently if indicated.
Overseas the maintenance of patent clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purpose of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.
Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
Required Skills:
Registered Nurse with a current licensee in the state of California
3+ years of management experience, with at least five years of experience in home health or hospice.
Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited university.
Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community.
Current AHA CPR certification.
Licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and in good working condition.
Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and Joint Commission Standards.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off
Medical specialties:
Geriatrics Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Company DescriptionPrime Source is an executive search firm specializing in the placement of experienced professionals in temporary and permanent positions in skilled nursing facilities, hospice, home health, assisted living, rehab companies, home medical equipment, hospitals and affiliate organizations nationwide.
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Hospice director job description example 3
MJHS Health System hospice director job description
When days cannot be added to a life, we add life to remaining days. Our multidisciplinary teams offer culturally-sensitive, end-of-life and palliative care services to patients and their families at home or in assisted living communities, skilled nursing facilities and hospitals.
The Director of Quality Management oversees the development, implementation and maintenance of quality management program for Hospice and Palliative Care.
Develops a Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) Plan for Hospice consistent with regulatory requirements, industry standards and patient needs
Keeps senior leadership abreast of trends within healthcare quality, it's impact on hospice, advises and recommends strategic quality initiatives. Reports on key quality indicators to Senior Leadership
Oversees the utilization of On-Line Risk Management System (Safetrak). To identify and reduce risks by examining high risk, problem prone processes related to care, treatment or service
Collaborates with leadership and hospice staff to develop clinical performance indicators, manage related analysis and benchmarking and disseminate information. Ensures quality and performance improvement data is used for statistical data and performance improvement
Ensures the consistent development, implementation and accountability of performance improvement initiatives to enhance processes that support the provision of high-quality care and ensures effectiveness of performance improvement projects
Ensures compliance with Federal and NYS regulations by serving as a resource on regulatory matters Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in areas of responsibility through membership in appropriate professional organizations, attend in services and continuing education to maintain current knowledge and expertise, maintain up to date knowledge of the laws regulation and payor requirements that affect policy and procedure Oversees CMS Hospice Quality Reporting Program (CAHPS and HIS) to ensure compliance with regulatory mandates. Utilizes data to implement Performance Improvement Projects in order to improve practice and service
Registered Professional Nurse licensed in New York State. Bachelor of Science in Nursing Master of Science completed or in progress in nursing or related field Minimum 5 years' experience in Quality Management/Performance Improvement Prior experience in hospice Application of statistical process control tools Knowledge of Federal and NYS DOH Regulations.
The Director of Quality Management oversees the development, implementation and maintenance of quality management program for Hospice and Palliative Care.
Develops a Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) Plan for Hospice consistent with regulatory requirements, industry standards and patient needs
Keeps senior leadership abreast of trends within healthcare quality, it's impact on hospice, advises and recommends strategic quality initiatives. Reports on key quality indicators to Senior Leadership
Oversees the utilization of On-Line Risk Management System (Safetrak). To identify and reduce risks by examining high risk, problem prone processes related to care, treatment or service
Collaborates with leadership and hospice staff to develop clinical performance indicators, manage related analysis and benchmarking and disseminate information. Ensures quality and performance improvement data is used for statistical data and performance improvement
Ensures the consistent development, implementation and accountability of performance improvement initiatives to enhance processes that support the provision of high-quality care and ensures effectiveness of performance improvement projects
Ensures compliance with Federal and NYS regulations by serving as a resource on regulatory matters Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in areas of responsibility through membership in appropriate professional organizations, attend in services and continuing education to maintain current knowledge and expertise, maintain up to date knowledge of the laws regulation and payor requirements that affect policy and procedure Oversees CMS Hospice Quality Reporting Program (CAHPS and HIS) to ensure compliance with regulatory mandates. Utilizes data to implement Performance Improvement Projects in order to improve practice and service
Registered Professional Nurse licensed in New York State. Bachelor of Science in Nursing Master of Science completed or in progress in nursing or related field Minimum 5 years' experience in Quality Management/Performance Improvement Prior experience in hospice Application of statistical process control tools Knowledge of Federal and NYS DOH Regulations.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024