Hospice Patient Care Manager

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is seeking a Home Care and Hospice Patient Care Manager to lead a dedicated hospice care team. The role ensures and/or provides patient care per the RN scope, with 24-hour accountability for directing and managing clinical operations within the assigned unit in Allentown, PA.

The successful candidate will supervise staffing, coordinate resources, and promote patient safety by following policies, mentoring staff, and supporting the Professional Practice Model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and active RN license.
• 3 years of RN experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• BLS certification required; ability to multitask and prioritize work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care and 24-hour accountability in the designated care area.
• Lead care delivery team; support unit and hospital goals; manage staffing and resources.
• Foster a culture of safety by following policies and reporting events; mentor staff and participate in professional practice.

Skills

RN leadership

multitasking

communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Position Overview

LV HOME CARE AND HOSPICE PATIENT CARE MANAGER - HOSPICE Summary Ensures and/or provides patient care in accordance with the RN job description. Assumes 24-hour accountability for the direction and management of patient care within assigned area. Manages material, financial, and human resources within the assigned unit.

Job Duties

Oversees administrative and operational issues for the designated care delivery team. Functions as a department team leader to support unit and hospital goals and objectives. Uses effective and appropriate communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues. Supports the Culture of Safety by following established policies and procedures which include identification and timely patient safety event reporting. Ensures staffing to meet patient care needs and operational guidelines. Fosters accountability of staff for adherence to policies/procedures/professional practice. Participates in coaching, counseling, and mentoring of unit personnel. Supports the Professional Practice Model and participates in efforts related to the key components. Assumes unit, clinical, and administrative responsibilities in the absence of the Director and under the supervision of the Patient Care Services management staff. Ensures and/or provides patient care in accordance with all responsibilities in the RN job description. Ensures completion of the unit's schedule in a timely and equitable manner. Utilizes evidence based research findings within patient care delivery, communicates research findings to co-workers and/or the professional community, attends research continuing education offerings, assists with data collections, and serves as a participant in ongoing research studies. Provides clinical, consultative, technical, or informational services as needed to staff, other disciplines, patients, and/or families.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree Nursing 3 years Registered Nurse in an acute care hospital setting. Ability to multi-task and prioritize work. Proficient in clinical practice protocols for medical procedures and patient care. Skilled in monitoring/assessing the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree Nursing Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Disclaimer

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Employment Details

Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 2024 Lehigh St Primary Location: Allentown - 2024 Lehigh Street Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Monday- Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm Department: 1004-08017 Ho Clinical Services - LVHSO

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.