Clinical Director, Hospice Home Care, Brooklyn/Staten Island

Performs all duties inherent in a director level position, including, hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, recommending salary actions and when necessary, terminating assigned staff in consultation with SVP and in accordance with Agency policies and procedures. Develops, coordinates, evaluates and implements communication/workflow procedures in collaboration with regional management to maximize optimal clinical/operational service delivery.

Overview: Directs and coordinates management/staff in the delivery of patient care services for all regions. Responsible for the delivery of quality cost effective Hospice home care services to patients/families in compliance with VNS Health procedures, standards, policies and regulatory requirements. Works under general supervision. Responsibilities:

What We Provide

• Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays 
• Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability  
• Employer-matched retirement saving funds 
• Personal and financial wellness programs  
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care   
• Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees 
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement  
• Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities   
• Referral bonus opportunities   

What You Will Do

• Directs and supervises clinical management in delivery of effective patient care services (e.g. admissions, discharges, provision of services, etc.) in compliance with Agency/regulatory requirements governing Homecare. Works under general direction.
• Collaborates with clinical specialties and other clinical management staff in the implementation of patient care
• Analyzes and resolves complex clinical and financial case management problems in collaboration with the VP for Operations, Compliance Specialists and the Legal and Finance Departments.
• Participates in development and implementation of the Quality Assurance Program as specified by the VP for Operations.
• In conjunction with Hospice leadership, ensures that staff maintains expertise in field and are up-to-date on clinical issues through orientation, in-service education and continuing education.
• Collaborates with Hospice leadership to implement, monitor and maintain cost-effective patient service program to maximize reimbursement and complies with free service policies.
• Develops, coordinates, evaluates and implements communication/workflow procedures in collaboration with regional management to maximize optimal clinical/operational service delivery
• Participates with the clinical management in the administration of the collective bargaining union contract conditions and grievance hearing.
• Ensures that the highest quality of patient care is provided 24-hours, 7-day a week. Oversees coordination/management of management /staff schedules to meet round the clock operation of clinical services.
• Performs all duties inherent in a director level position, including, hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, recommending salary actions and when necessary, terminating assigned staff in consultation with SVP and in accordance with Agency policies and procedures.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Licenses and Certifications:
License and current registration to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State required
Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN), Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center preferred

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required
Master's Degree in Nursing or other health related field preferred

Work Experience:
Minimum of five years of progressively responsible clinical management experience in a health care setting required
Strong knowledge and understanding of the regulatory/reimbursement requirements governing Hospice Care preferred
 

Pay Range: USD $109,900.00 - USD $146,500.00 /Yr.