Hospice Manager

Healthcare Staffing; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Hospice Manager to ensure the efficient operation of the Hospice Program in Zanesville, Ohio. The ideal candidate will possess an Ohio RN Licensure and a Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related healthcare field, with significant management experience.

Your responsibilities will include managing resources, maintaining a qualified staff, and adhering to patient safety standards. This role requires strong communication and leadership skills as you work to provide compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Ohio RN Licensure required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related health care field required or obtained within 4 years of position.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid driver’s license with proof of auto liability insurance.
• Two years of management experience required.
• Two years of experience in home health or hospice care.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial and material resources to adhere to budget.
• Maintain a staff of qualified and competent employees.
• Ensure safety of patients regarding incident reporting and infection control.
• Handle stressful situations calmly and rationally.
• Provide development opportunities for employees.

Skills

Management experience

Effective communication skills

Strategic thinking

Patient-centered care

Self-directed

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related health care field

Ohio RN Licensure

CPR certification

Job description

## Hospice ManagerApplylocations: Genesis Hospice (Morrison House)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR106323# **GENESIS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM**In order to fill our Mission of serving our community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being by providing compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, all employees of Genesis HealthCare System must be committed to living the Genesis Mission and Genesis values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation. All employees must regard themselves as an ‘owner’ of Genesis and keep our patients at the center of everything we do *- always.*## Position Details:Work Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Department:Hospice## Overview of Position:Responsible for day-to-day management of the Hospice Program consistent with program mission, goals, policies, and approved budget. May assume responsibility for total program operation in the absence of the Director.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES** 1. Effectively manages financial and material resources to control costs and adhere to department budget. 2. Demonstrates effective management of human resources to maintain a staff of qualified, competent, and productive employees. 3. Accountable for demonstrating actions and behaviors that consistently contribute to the overall safety of patients (i.e. incident reporting, hazards, and infection control management, etc.). 4. Handles stressful situations in an even-tempered manner to avoid over-reacting and making irrational decisions. 5. Establishes job competencies and performance goals to provide employees with clear performance expectations. 6. Provides development opportunities for employees to enhance their technical, professional and leadership skills. 7. Actively participates in the self-evaluation process of performance management. 8. Conducts and participates in department meetings on a scheduled basis to summarize decisions and actions, ensure the assignment of responsibilities, establish follow-up activities, and ensure adherence to schedule. 9. Reviews standards and develops procedures and protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.**QUALIFICATIONS** 1. Ohio RN Licensure required. 2. Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related health care field required or obtained within 4 years of position. 3. CPR certification required. 4. Valid driver’s license. Proof of auto liability insurance. 5. Two years management experience required. 6. Two years experience in home health or hospice care. 7. Must be self directed and able to manage several projects at one time. 8. Strong strategic and critical thinking skills. 9. Goal oriented and visionary. 10. Must have a thorough understanding of current standards that drive nursing practice. 11. Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills.**PATIENT CENTERED CARE & BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS** 1. Living the Genesis Mission, Vision and Values: • Performs work in a manner that is quality focused. • Treats patients, co-workers, visitors and volunteers with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect. • Results oriented and focused on achievement of objectives. • Acknowledges and responds to the diversity of people and the situation. • Encourages peers (others) to be owners of change. • Always makes the effort to anticipate and exceed customer needs and expectations. • Possesses the ability to engage others with patience and understanding. • Acts in a manner that creates positive first and lasting impressions. • Demonstrates the ability to own issues until they are resolved. 2. Patient Centered Care (patients/families, physicians, co-workers, all other internal/external customers) • Introduces self and role...connects with everyone. • Communicates effectively (i.e. advising others of actions, pertinent information, time durations, etc.) and asks for feedback. • Asks for and anticipates needs and concerns of others. • Maintains a positive work environment for staff and a healing environment for patients (i.e. safe, clean, quiet, etc.) • Maintains the dignity and privacy of each person; manages confidential/sensitive information appropriately. • Responds to requests in an appropriate and timely manner. • Exits patient/customer encounters courteously, asking if there are additional needs that can be addressed. 3. Promotes Patient and Employee Safety • Demonstrates safe Patient Handling (i.e. transfers, transport, care administration, nutrition, medication, etc.) • Demonstrates safe Materials Handling (i.e. appropriate use and disposal of chemicals, infectious wastes, etc.) • Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of Infectious Disease precautions and use of proper protective equipment • Demonstrates Slips/Trips and Falls Awareness. • Actively contributes to maintaining a safe, clean and quiet environment.**WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.1. Must be able to focus on multiple tasks simultaneously. 2. Must be able to read a significant amount of information in a relatively short period of time. 3. Must be able to lift and transport 30 pound packages/boxes. 4. Must be able to climb stairs and walk on uneven terrain. 5. Must be able to drive an automobile.This description reflects in general terms the type and level of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor portray the specific duties of any one incumbent.**Thank you for your interest in employment at Genesis. Genesis is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job.**