Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate nursing professional to serve as our Director of Nursing; an RN who is experienced in leading, supervising and empowering a team of dedicated professionals - both Medical and Non-medical - dedicated to providing the highest level of care for homebound clients.
Our Mission: To improve the quality of life and level of independence for every client and family receiving our services
Our Motto: “Live your best life possible.”
The ideal candidate will have 2 years of Home Health or Skilled Nursing Facility experience and be an integral team player with experience in ensuring quality care is being delivered, survey readiness, and team building; knowledgeable in state and federal regulations, with a major focus on quality, patient-centered care with positive outcomes.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for direction of all home health clinical services. Establishes, implements and evaluates goals for providing home health services that support the mission and philosophy of the Agency.
REPORTS TO: Administrator
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas.
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent experience, or a related field and Master’s Degree preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years in role of RN. Minimum of two (2) years management experience in home health or related health care organization.
Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct clinical and administrative personnel.
Knowledge of business management, Medicare and Joint Commission regulations, CHAP, as applicable.
CPR certified.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills including the ability to market and relate tactfully with customers and other members of the community.
Must be licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Plans, directs, coordinates and monitors the delivery of all direct and indirect services to Agency home care clients
Participates in the organization's strategic planning activities
Assists in the planning and development of Agency structure, clinical and administrative policies and procedures, and the annual operating and capital budgets
Develops organizational policy and procedures and assures compliance
Reviews policies and updates as necessary. Communicates changes to all staff
Acts as Agency Administrator when that person is not available, as applicable
Establishes and implements systems to inform clients and their families of the scope and nature of home health care services and community resources
Maintains liaison relationships with attending physicians
Identifies admission criteria for new clients and evaluates eligibility for home health care benefits through third-party payers. Provides clients and families with information about covered services as well as private pay services upon request
Conducts monthly review of records to ensure continuing home health care client’s eligibility for covered services
Implements and evaluates the orientation program for new Agency personnel
Provides direction and resources to coordinators and supervisors to assist in continuous improvement of services provided by Agency staff
Assists supervisors in managing clinical teams and planning
Evaluates the performance of clinical supervisors and assists them in developing skills and techniques to evaluate performance of staff that report to them
Plans and implements in-service and continuing education programs to meet specific and ongoing training needs of Agency personnel
Assures clinical records are maintained in compliance with state and federal laws including Medicare, CHAP and Joint Commission standards and conditions
Oversees data collection for quality management, statistics and reports for evaluating Agency performance
Participates in developing and administering Agency budget
Participates in evaluating and coaching Agency personnel
Maintains adequate and appropriate inventory supplies and equipment for providing services to Agency clients.
Establishes and implements priorities for services within the limitations of available resources
Evaluates Agency client base and focuses services toward diagnosis-specific client care needs, when indicated
Identifies systems to recognize client needs, respond to client needs, and to measure the outcomes of Agency interventions. Utilizes this data to provide direction for Agency improvements
Serves on the Professional Advisory Board
Seeks consultant expertise as needed to ensure Agency strength
Establishes Quality Improvement teams to address priorities for improvement activities.
Identifies data collection requirements and reports to evaluate the effectiveness of programs to ensure quality of client care
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
If you have a passion for care and want to grow with a company with that same passion, this is the job for you! Please apply to the link in this posting. We look forward to working with you!
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran.