Director of Patient Care Services (RN)

About the role

Join Silverado Hospice San Diego, and be part of a nationally recognized team ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has been delivering exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions and those facing life-limiting illnesses through our Hospice services.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a role model and resource for nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members
• Support staff in problem-solving and determining appropriate clinical interventions
• Collaborate with the Administrator on hiring, orientation, retention, and performance management
• Adhere to budget requirements for labor, pharmacy, DME, and medical supplies
• Coordinate patient care with RN Case Managers and attending physicians
• Review and manage patients receiving higher levels of care (respite, inpatient, continuous care)
• Oversee clinical and management responsibilities for assigned teams
• Serve as liaison between Administrator, clinical staff, patients, families, and community partners

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a bachelor’s degree or higher in nursing or a related health field
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment
• Active CPR certification required; certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of experience within the last 5 years in hospice, palliative care, supportive care, home health, or a primary care setting
• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred; familiarity with WellSky is highly desirable
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel as needed

Pay

Anticipated pay range: $140,000 USD - $152,000 USD

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance

Why Choose Silverado?

Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™
Certified Great Place to Work®
Paid training and strong internal mobility
Anticipated pay range: $140,000 USD - $152,000 USD

What You’ll Be Doing

Support staff in problem-solving and determining appropriate clinical interventions
Collaborate with the Administrator on hiring, orientation, retention, and performance management
Adhere to budget requirements for labor, pharmacy, DME, and medical supplies
Coordinate patient care with RN Case Managers and attending physicians
Review and manage patients receiving higher levels of care (respite, inpatient, continuous care)
Oversee clinical and management responsibilities for assigned teams
Serve as liaison between Administrator, clinical staff, patients, families, and community partners

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a bachelor’s degree or higher in nursing or a related health field
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment
• Active CPR certification required; certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of experience within the last 5 years in hospice, palliative care, supportive care, home health, or a primary care setting
• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred; familiarity with WellSky is highly desirable
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel as needed