Description: Position Summary: The Clinical Manager will assume overall responsibility for the implementation, delivery, coordination and supervision of hospice services provided on a day-to-day basis. This position supports established goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote the standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and philosophy. Essential Duties discusses and verifies impressions, instructs and guides clinicians to promote more effective performance and delivery of quality home care services; and is available at all times during operating hours to assist clinicians as appropriate. Conducts supervisory visits to allow for observation of clinical performance of assigned team members. Reviews patient's medical diagnosis, prognosis, medications, procedures and clinical course Assist clinicians in establishing immediate and long-term therapeutic goals, in setting priorities, and in developing Plan of Care Attend case conference meetings with hospice personnel to facilitate coordination of care and discussion of Interdisciplinary Group involvement. Conducts quarterly record reviews and communicates findings and recommendations to Director of Nursing and hospice personnel. Analyzes, reviews and approves assigned employees time worked and exception hours recorded for the previous week and resolve any discrepancies on a weekly basis. Reviews and approves employee time entry for payroll process. Assists in the screening and interviewing process of new employees and makes recommendations for the employment of individuals. Coordinates the clinical orientation of new employees. Assists in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of in-service and continuing education programs. Assists in formulating, revising, implementing, and evaluating organization policies, procedures, goals and objectives, both short and long range Complies with accepted professional standards and principles. Collaborates with leadership team in strategic planning activities, identifying opportunities to improve services and better meet client needs. Collaborates with operations and clinical staff to ensure the intake process meets the needs of the patient, family and physician/other referral source. Participates in orientation, training, on-going education programs, instructing and coaching to ensure hospice personnel understand and can clearly articulate the hospice philosophy from intake through bereavement. Collaborates with Clinical Staff to develop clinical educational program/in-services for conversational and classroom presentations. Other duties as directed. Requirements: Education/Experience Graduation from an accredited RN program. BSN preferred. A minimum of 3 years RN experience At least 2 to 3 years of hospice experience. A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience. Will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience approved by the VP of Operations and Hospice Administrator. Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations Current RN State of Florida licensure. Current Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse (CHPN) preferred. Valid drivers license and valid auto insurance. Current CPR certification. Working Conditions Office/Home Environment. May be exposed to biological hazards. PIecfbbdb1d0ce-29952-38519309 #True
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