Director, Community Partnerships & Programs

Gilchrist Hospice Care, Inc.; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilchrist Hospice Care, Inc. seeks an experienced RN to serve as Director, Community Partnerships & Programs in Northern Virginia. The role leads strategic partnerships, expands community health initiatives, and guides programs that improve access to high-quality end-of-life care.

Responsibilities include overseeing neighborhood operations, budgets, contract compliance, partnerships with health systems and community leaders, and supervision of Neighborhood staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Health Care Administration required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Virginia RN license or eligibility.
• 10+ years of progressive healthcare leadership experience, hospice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of defined northern Virginia neighborhoods.
• Manage operating budget and contract compliance.
• Develop and expand relationships with health systems, facilities, and community leaders.
• Supervise Neighborhood staff and drive program growth and quality initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Program development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Health Care Administration

Master's degree preferred

Virginia RN license

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as our Director, Community Partnerships & Programs. This leadership role is ideal for a clinically experienced professional who is passionate about building strategic partnerships, advancing community health initiatives, and leading programs that improve access to high-quality care. End-of-life; hospice experience highly desired.A strategic leadership position with oversight of the daily operations of geographically defined northern Virginia neighborhoods (e.g. counseling and support, senior living care and hospice) while ensuring a vision and strategy for future growth. Daily operations would include but not be limited to patient access, operating budget, contractual compliance, knowledge of insurance referrals and preauthorization requirements, health information management, patient care transitions, environmental safety, regulatory compliance, patient safety, quality initiatives, and patient and family experience. This position is responsible for developing and enhancing relationships with health systems, residential care facilities, and community leaders and organizations with a goal of increasing visibility and community affiliations and partnerships. Supervises Neighborhood staff.Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Health Care Administration or another related field.Master’s Degree PreferredRegistered Nurse in Virginia or able to obtain VA nursing license if not already active.Experience:10 plus years of progressive leadership experience in a health care related field, preferably in serious illness or end of life care. Demonstrated experience in network collaborationsSkills:• Demonstrated Leadership Skills• Knowledge of the programs and services in their geographic area• Strong collaboration skills• Demonstrated collaboration/partnerships with other healthcare or community service entities• Skill in using computers and a variety of personal productivity applications• Skill in oral and written communication• Skill in data analysis and interpretation• Ability to problem solve effectively• Ability to develop goals, objectives, critical paths, systems, new programs and policies and proceduresPatient & Workplace Safety:Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.Patient Population:Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable.Pay Range$89,456.67 - $161,022.00Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.Equal Employment OpportunityGilchrist Inova and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.