What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Director of Clinical Services - Weekend Float position at FC Compassus LLC?
Company : Compassus
Position Summary
The Hospice Director of Clinical Services - Floating is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S / he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Hospice Director of Clinical Services - Floating will provide Hospice Director of Clinical Services functions intermittently in assigned programs. S / he travels extensively as they will be working in different locations as needed. The Hospice Director of Clinical Services - Floating directs and manages the interdisciplinary team (IDT) in meeting the needs of the hospice patient and family in a manner consistent with the guidelines and policies of Compassus. S / he communicates patient information to the business office and promotes a positive working relationship with the family, physician, and other agencies. May serve as program's alternate and / or Administrator, responsible for carrying out administrative and management functions and oversight in the absence of the Hospice Area Executive of Clinical Operations.
Position Specific Responsibilities
- Floats to regional programs based on need, and at the direction of the Hospice Regional Executive of Clinical Operations, providing Hospice Director of Clinical Services functions.
- Available remotely to regional programs via virtual assistance.
- Mentors, coaches, and educates Hospice Director of Clinical Services team members, Hospice Director of Clinical Services new hires, and assists in Hospice Director of Clinical Services absences in regional programs.
- Travel coordinated with the Hospice Regional Executive of Clinical Operations based on regional and program need.
- Directly supervise up to 20 team members, temporarily as needed. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training and terminating (with administrative approval) all interdisciplinary staff; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Reads and incorporates into practice the requirements of the Hospice Conditions of Participation for Medicare, applicable accreditation standards, and state or other rules and regulations as applicable to the program.
- Oversees the consultative process between the Medical Director and the members of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), assists in requesting appropriate care orders and attendance to identified patient needs if patient's attending physician is not available.
- Attends / Leads Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings, ensuring :
Patient care needs are identified and discussed with the full complement of the IDT.
Education and / or Experience
Skills
Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations
State Specific Requirement
New Jersey
A master's degree in nursing or a health related field and two (2) years combined public / community health nursing and progressive management experience in public health nursing; or
Physical Demands and Work Environment : The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization.
At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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