Team Manager, Hospice Home Care

OverviewManages, coordinates, facilitates and supports the members of the interdisciplinary team in provision of hospice care to patient/families of VNS Health Hospice Care Program, including After Hours. Ensures the implementation of clinical/quality improvement initiatives for hospice services in compliance with regulatory requirements. Demonstrates knowledge and commitment to excellence in clinical practice and customer service. Works under general direction.What We ProvideReferral bonus opportunitiesGenerous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidaysHealth insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and DisabilityEmployer-matched retirement saving fundsPersonal and financial wellness programsPre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent careGenerous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degreesOpportunities for professional growth and career advancementInternal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunitiesWhat You Will DoEnsures the use of an interdisciplinary approach to assess the medical, physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs of the patient. Ensures that support and direction to patient's families are provided in accordance with the patient's Interdisciplinary Plan of Care/Hospice Care mission, objectives, policies and procedures.Participates in Hospice Team meetings, IDG management meetings, and serves on relevant committees for the purposes of information exchange, team collaboration, development of procedures and documentation tools, development of quality and training.Ensures full regulatory compliance with Hospice Conditions of Participation and standards through review, monitoring and audit (ad hoc / regular) of files, processes and procedures.Collaborates with Quality Improvement/Education in the development and implementation of quality improvement and educational activities to ensure professional practice standards are consistently met for each member of the team.Participates in the design, implementation, evaluation and modification of quality initiatives and educational plans.Initiates, coordinates, performs and assists in the analysis of clinical, regulatory and fiscal practice. Assists leadership in achieving Hospice Care goals, objectives, and fiscal targets by providing support with compliance and/or innovation to achieve improvement.Manages the day to day operations of the department, which includes effective caseload or visit management, achievement of productivity and revenue/expenditure targets for Hospice Care.Completes all work assignments, which includes audits, reports and projects.Performs all duties inherent in a managerial role. Ensures effective staff training, evaluates staff performance, provides input for the development of the department budget, and hires, promotes, and terminates staff and recommends salary actions as appropriate.Facilitates and manages the interdisciplinary group for provision of an effective and comprehensive hospice services to patient/families of VNSNY Hospice Program.Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsLicenses and Certifications:License and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State requiredLicensed and currently registered to practice as Nurse Practitioner in New York State and DEA license preferredEducation:Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an approved program accredited by the National League of Nursing or Health or Human Services field or the equivalent work experience requiredWork Experience:Minimum of three years clinical experience in hospice requiredEffective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills requiredClinical management experience preferredKnowledge of personal computer operations, including MS Office applications preferredPay RangeUSD $98,200.00 - USD $130,800.00 /Yr.About Us