Hospice Director of Compliance

Must be a Registered Nurse

Position Summary

The Director of Compliance is responsible for the overall management of the Quality Assurance team and the education related to compliance needs of the hospice. The director will oversee the accuracy of documentation in the medical record and assure the hospice and palliative care services comply with regulatory guidelines. The director manages the continuous quality improvement process and all education provided by the staff development coordinator. The director works in conjunction with the Director of Nursing and VP of Operations to ensure the hospice agency is in compliance with regulations and that the educational needs of the hospice staff are met.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Stewards the philosophy/mission of PH Healthcare, which focuses on the overriding values of human dignity and respectful response to the needs of persons with life threatening/terminal and/or chronic illnesses.
• Supervises the compliance department.
• Assures medical records and other agency forms are accurate, meet regulatory requirements, and documentation procedures are followed by all staff.
• Assures confidentiality of medical records and compliance with HIPAA and other regulatory bodies.
• Assures the compliance of the hospice agency in all areas.
• Coordinates the quarterly quality assurance meeting and facilitates staff involvement in quality assurance auditing activities.
• Oversees the developmental needs of the hospice and coordinates with the Director of Nursing and VP of Operations on developing educational programs and in-service education.

Qualifications

Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university and be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina. Must have a minimum of one year hospice or long term care experience. Previous experience as a staff educator and experience in auditing medical records in hospital or long-term care facility is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be available to hospice staff, be responsive to inquiries and act appropriately to attempt to resolve problems.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of hospice nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to hospice.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
• Must have patience, tact, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must have knowledge of HIPAA compliance and regulations.
• Must have effective computer skills.

***Regular Travel is REQUIRED for this position across the state***

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Hospice or Long Term Healthcare: 1 year (Required)
• Compliance management: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations