Hospice Clinical Manager RN - Patient Care Manager

Gentiva; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentiva is seeking a full-time Patient Care Manager / Clinical Manager RN to lead a new hospice team in Zanesville, OH. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in patient care and must hold current RN licensure. Responsibilities include managing patient care activities, oversight of compliance with healthcare regulations, and effective communication with patients and families. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Mileage Reimbursement

Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• At least three years’ experience of direct patient care.
• Two years’ experience in hospice or home-based care.
• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care activities ensuring quality delivery.
• Facilitate Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings and patient reviews.
• Respond to inquiries and triage medical concerns professionally.

Skills

Patient Care Management

Compassionate Communication

Regulatory Compliance

Interdisciplinary Coordination

Patient Advocacy

Education

Registered Nurse Licensure

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Our Company

Gentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family – an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people's lives every day.

Overview

We're looking for a full-time Patient Care Manager / Clinical Manager RN to join our brand new hospice team serving the greater Zanesville, OH area.

This leadership position is ideal for an established RN supervisor interested in using their expertise to build something new in the community.

You will report directly to the Executive Director, Administrator, or Senior Patient Care Manager. You will be responsible for maintaining a high performing hospice program including managing, overseeing, and directing patient care activities to ensure the delivery of quality patient care. This role is responsible for teaching, evaluating, and developing associates and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and regulatory agencies.

• Overseeing and managing rescheduled, declined, missed, and reassigned visit requests, including making decisions as to priority and staffing based on clinical judgment.
• Responding to phone referrals/inquiries in a timely, professional, and compassionate manner, including triage of medical concerns within scope of practice.
• Preparing for, serving on, and facilitating the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), as assigned, including presiding over IDG, presentation of patients for review, coordination of minutes, review of patient charts to note and address any changes to patient condition and/or the plan of care, and soliciting input from various care team members

About You

• At least three years’ experience of direct patient care and two years’ experience in hospice or home-based care setting
• Graduate of accredited school of nursing; bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in state of residence and requested employment
• Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with accepted hospice principles and practice, including industry standards, regulations, and best practices (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC), company policies/procedures, and understanding of terminally ill patients and their families
• Ability to apply knowledge of the unique needs of hospice patient and families from various socioeconomic backgrounds to provide appropriate advocacy and oversight

We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location

Gentiva Hospice