Team Lead Hospice Registered Nurse

Defense Mechanics Inc; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

401(k) matching

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Supplemental insurance options

Flexible spending accounts

Incentive bonus opportunities

Continuing education and scholarship

Job summary

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is seeking a nurse manager to oversee hospice service coordination, ensuring care aligns with standards and regulations. You will review patient information for start of care, recertifications, and evaluations while fostering collaboration among physicians, referral sources, patients, caregivers, and staff.

The role requires RN licensure, 2+ years of nursing and 1+ year in home health or hospice, plus familiarity with applicable laws.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved school of professional nursing.
• Must be licensed in the state where practicing (Nurse licensure compact rules apply).
• Must have two years of nursing experience.
• Must have one year of home health or hospice experience.
• Must understand federal, state, and local laws governing home care.
• Must have basic technology skills, including operation of a mobile device.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the overall coordination of hospice services provided to the patient is delivered according to acceptable standards of practice and company procedures.
• Review and approve patient information submitted by the licensed professional during a start of care, recertification, resumption of care, or evaluation visit.
• Facilitate the relationship between physicians, referral sources, patients, caregivers, and employees.

Education

RN license

Job description

Overview Looking for a career that makes a difference every day? Discover a rewarding career at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, one of the nation’s largest home-based care providers. Consistently recognized as a great place to work, Enhabit delivers exceptional care and fosters a collaborative culture that supports professional growth and ongoing development. With strong organizational stability, a commitment to excellence, and careers rooted in purpose, Enhabit empowers team members to build forward-moving careers while expanding what’s possible for care in the home.

The Enhabit Advantage

Enhabit offers competitive benefits designed to support well-being and help employees thrive in every stage of their careers. Eligible employees receive:

• Generous paid time off for full-time employees
• 401(k) matching
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Flexible spending accounts
• Incentive bonus opportunities
• Continuing education and scholarship opportunities

Responsibilities

• Ensure the overall coordination of hospice services provided to the patient is delivered according to acceptable standards of practice and company procedures.
• Review and approve patient information submitted by the licensed professional during a start of care, recertification, resumption of care, or evaluation visit.
• Facilitate the relationship between physicians, referral sources, patients, caregivers, and employees.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved school of professional nursing.
• Must be licensed in the state in which they currently practice, or in accordance with the board of nursing rules for nurse licensure compact for the state in which they practice.
• Must have two years of nursing experience.
• Must have one year experience in home health or hospice.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the federal, state, and local laws and regulatory guidelines that govern a home care operation.
• Must have basic demonstrated technology skills, including operation of a mobile device.

Education and experience, preferred

• Previous experience in management is preferred.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid state driver license
• Must maintain automobile liability insurance as required by law
• Must maintain dependable transportation in good working condition
• Must be able to safely drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions

Additional Information Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.