Director of Nursing RN Hospice

Encompass Health; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home-based care provider seeks a Director of Nursing to oversee hospice operations in Lawrenceville, GA. The role demands a visionary leader with strong clinical skills and a commitment to patient care excellence. Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing documentation, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Join a company known for its ethical workplace and commitment to employee development.

Benefits

Matching 401(k) plan

Comprehensive insurance plans

Up to 30 paid days off per year

Continuing education and scholarship programs

Electronic medical records for clinicians

Incentivized bonus plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years nursing experience in the past 36 months.
• At least one year in a hospice setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of hospice agency ensuring patient care standards.
• Supervise staff and manage documentation requirements.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary team interventions.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Clinical Expertise

Education

Registered Nurse License

Graduate of Approved Nursing School

Job description

Overview

The Director of Nursing / Branch Director role will oversee the operations of our hospice agency in Lawrenceville, GA, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and compliance with Medicare regulations. In this role, you will provide leadership, guidance, and support to our clinical and non-clinical staff, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. This role requires a visionary leader with strong clinical expertise, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for hospice care.

Responsibilities

1. The Hospice Branch Director is a Registered Nurse who manages all aspects of terminal care and has expertise in pain and symptom management, with previous experience in hospice nursing.
2. Supervises staff, manages documentation requirements, oversees service coordination and case management.
3. Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to respond supportively and sensitively to the needs of employees, patients, and their families.
4. Supervises day-to-day office and clinical operations, coordinates and delivers interdisciplinary team interventions.
5. Assigns appropriate staff to patients/families and acts as a staff nurse when necessary.
6. Participates in community awareness and education programs.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved school of professional nursing and currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment.
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience within the past 36 months and at least one year in a hospice setting.
• Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing hospice operations.
• Competent with computers.

Additional Information

As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We are committed to expanding possibilities for patient care in the home, fostering an innovative and collaborative culture.

At Enhabit, we prioritize ethical workplaces and continual investment in our employees. Benefits include:

• Matching 401(k) plan
• Comprehensive insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
• Up to 30 paid days off per year
• Continuing education and scholarship programs
• Electronic medical records and mobile devices for clinicians
• Incentivized bonus plan

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We celebrate the differences that make our community extraordinary.