Clinical Services Manager

At Luminary Hospice, we are a mission-driven organization that empowers our team members to shape our culture in order to provide the highest quality support to patients and families throughout their entire end-of-life journey. Our mission is to deliver personalized care that radiates compassion and preserves dignity for all we serve, focusing on expert medical care, pain management, emotional and spiritual support, and resources for families and caregivers.

About the role

The Clinical Services Manager (RN) is responsible for the overall direction of hospice clinical services. This role establishes, implements, and evaluates goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote the standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees all direct and indirect patient services provided by clinical organization personnel.
• Assists the Executive Director/Administrator in the preparation and administration of the organization's budget.
• Interprets operational indicators to detect census changes and impacts on staffing levels, revenues, or expenses.
• Evaluates performance of team and assists in developing skills and techniques for evaluating clinicians and supportive care staff.
• Assists with hiring, evaluations, and terminations of organization personnel.
• Conducts annual evaluations on clinicians and supportive care staff, or more frequently if indicated.
• Oversees the maintenance of patient clinical records, statistics, reports, and records for evaluation and reporting.
• Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate and appropriate inventory supplies and equipment for patient services.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates the orientation program for new organization personnel.
• Plans and implements in-service and continuing education programs to meet training needs.
• Assists with evaluating organization performance via performance improvement programs, productivity, and reviews.
• Ensures the quality and safe delivery of hospice services.
• Assists in the development of organization goals and administers policies and procedures.
• Assures compliance with all local, state, and federal laws regarding licensure and certification, and maintains compliance with CHAP hospice standards.
• Stays informed about changes in nursing and hospice care, sharing information with appropriate personnel.
• Promotes hospice referrals in the health care community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Nursing degree required (ADN/ASN acceptable). Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master's degree preferred.
• Maintains an active nursing license in good standing.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in healthcare management, hospice, or palliative care and/or training in end-of-life care preferred.
• At least 2-5 years of experience with Medicare Hospice Certification as well as CHAP guidelines preferred.
• Knowledge of hospice care and services provided to patients and families through an interdisciplinary group.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and ability to learn job-specific software systems.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Analytical skills for problem-solving.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Frequently required to sit or stand.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

Luminary Hospice offers a competitive compensation package, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings options.
• Benefits designed to support health, well-being, and long-term financial goals.