Hospice Administrator

Valir Health; Oklahoma City (OK); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid day off for birthday

401K Company match

Company paid life insurance

Generous PTO

Career development opportunities

Employee Recognition

Résumé du poste

Valir Hospice seeks a Hospice Administrator to oversee daily operations, ensure compliance, and lead clinical and administrative teams. You will manage budgets, regulatory requirements, and collaboration with the Medical Director to maintain high standards of care.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare administration, and an active RN license with 5+ years in hospice or healthcare leadership. Travel up to 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare administration required.
• Active Oklahoma RN license in good standing.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership in hospice, home health, or related care.
• Ability to meet continuing education requirements and supervise staff.

Responsabilités

• Oversee day-to-day hospice operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead the interdisciplinary team and manage budgets and operations.
• Collaborate with Medical Director, IDG/IDT, and Governing Body.
• Develop and oversee QAPI and infection prevention programs.

Connaissances

Leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Healthcare administration

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration

RN license in good standing

Outils

EMR systems

Description du poste

Job Details: Job Location: Valir Hospice OKC - Oklahoma City, OK, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Executive, Valir Hospice provides terminally ill patients and their families with customized medical care and pain management, as well as emotional and spiritual support. At Valir Hospice our team is committed to the belief that each of us has the right to die free of pain and with dignity. We’re a family of dedicated professionals who care for terminally ill patients using individualized pain and symptom-management plans to enhance the patient’s quality of life. Our hospice professionals are dedicated to providing patients with the compassion and care they deserve.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay, retention and referral bonuses
• Outstanding Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid day off for your birthday
• 401K Company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Generous PTO
• Career development opportunities
• Employee Recognition

The Hospice Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operations and compliance of the Hospice, including oversight of clinical, financial, and regulatory functions; staff management; and ensuring patients receive quality care. The Administrator has the responsibility and authority for administrative and leadership functions, supervision of the organizational plan, and ongoing communication with the Hospice President, the Interdisciplinary Group/Team (IDG/IDT), Hospice staff and Governing Body as needed in the absence of the Hospice President. The Administrator ensures the Hospice fully adheres to applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including the Medicare Conditions of Participation (CoPs).

Duties/Responsibilities

• Promotes the philosophy, mission, and administrative policies of the Hospice by presenting a positive image.
• Maintains an ongoing liaison with the Hospice President, Governing Body, staff members, and the community.
• Is available during the Hospice's operating hours; ensures the Director of Clinical Services is available during all operating hours.
• Organizes and directs the Hospice's ongoing functions, including oversight of clinical, financial, and regulatory operations.
• Leads, coaches, and develops the interdisciplinary team, including clinical, spiritual care, social work, volunteer, and administrative staff.
• Fosters an engaged, supportive workplace where team members feel valued and equipped to do their best work.
• Partners with HR on recruitment, retention, and professional growth.
• Collaborates with the Medical Director and clinical leaders to uphold high standards of care.
• Supports quality assurance and performance improvement efforts and participates in the development and implementation of the QAPI program.
• Ensures the Hospice, including any multiple locations, is in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulatory agencies related to the health and safety of patients, including the Medicare Conditions of Participation (CoPs).
• Takes action on reports and recommendations of any authorized planning, regulatory, or inspection agencies.
• Ensures education and availability of applicable regulations to all Hospice staff, including contractual providers.
• Ensures completion, maintenance, and submission of required reports.
• Ensures an effective, hospice-wide infection prevention and control program is implemented and monitored that protects patients, families, staff, and volunteers.
• Ensures the organization employs or contracts with qualified personnel and ensures the development of personnel qualifications and policies.
• Ensures adequate staff education and evaluations.
• Maintains a current organizational chart showing lines of authority down to the patient level.
• Ensures maintenance of appropriate personnel, clinical, and administrative records and policies and procedures.
• Develops, documents, and maintains standard operating procedures for key administrative and operational processes, and drives consistent follow-through on process improvement initiatives.
• Implements an effective budgeting and accounting system that promotes the health and safety of the Hospice's patients; develops and manages the operating budget and monitors key financial indicators.
• Monitors hospice trends to include but not limited to census, length of stay, admissions and quality trends.
• Ensures the accuracy of public information materials and activities.
• Builds and maintains trusting relationships with referral sources, hospitals, long-term care facilities, physicians, and community partners; serves as a respected ambassador for hospice care in the community.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Hospice President.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly or through designees, supervises the Director of Clinical Services (DCS) and designated administrative and support staff.

Qualifications: Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all staff, the general and professional public, the Governing Body, the IDG/IDT, Advisory Board, and the Medical Director, as appropriate.
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, reimbursement systems, and healthcare management principles, including Medicare hospice regulations and Oklahoma hospice licensure requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and communicate with empathy and clarity.
• Strong compliance orientation; treats regulatory and accreditation standards as non-negotiable.
• Self-motivated and driven, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Process-focused, with a disciplined approach to operations, documentation, and follow-through.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Computer skills preferred; experience with EMR systems and data-driven performance management.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.

Education, Licenses, Certifications and Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, health care administration, business, or a related field.
• Active Oklahoma RN license in good standing.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in hospice, home health, or a related healthcare setting.
• Ability to meet Oklahoma's annual hospice administrator continuing education requirement (8 hours).

Preferred

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Prior experience as a hospice administrator or executive director.

Physical Requirements: (Subject to Reasonable Accommodation)

• Prolonged sitting is required.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and courteous manner at all times.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions to meet deadlines and Hospice needs.
• Ability to travel locally, with some exposure to unpleasant weather.